If you’re not able to take HRT, or if you’d rather not use it, a medicine for high blood pressure called clonidine can help with hot flushes, as can certain antidepressants. But these treatments can have side effects, so you should always discuss using them for this purpose with a doctor first.
Making changes to your lifestyle may also help to tackle your hot flushes, such as:
having a cool shower, using a fan or drinking something cold
making sure that you keep your bedroom cool at night
exercising regularly and losing weight if you’re overweight
avoiding spicy food, alcohol, smoking and caffeine
reducing your stress levels
wearing clothing that’s light