Tara K. Iyer, MD

Articles

Educating Patients and Providers: Key Takeaways for Better VMS Management

March 28, 2025

Panelists discuss how providers should actively screen for vasomotor symptoms (VMS), especially given the lengthy wait times to see specialists, emphasizing that education for both patients and health care providers is essential for timely intervention and effective management.

Long-Term Safety of New VMS Agents: What We Know So Far

March 28, 2025

Panelists discuss how long-term safety data for fezolinetant and elinzanetant remain unavailable, though short-term results show very positive outcomes with significantly higher efficacy than previous treatment options.

Liver Safety and Monitoring in VMS Treatment

March 28, 2025

Panelists discuss how fezolinetant and elinzanetant can cause liver-related adverse events requiring careful monitoring for drug-induced liver injury, noting that patients typically recover after discontinuation and emphasizing that primary providers are ideally positioned to manage patients with complex comorbidities.