Hot Flushes (or Flashes) Study

Principal Investigator: Jane Gaetze, MD

Study Coordinator: Vicki Munson, MS , RN, CRC; Linda Randel King, RN

Sub-Investigators: Julie M. Kittelsrud, CNP; Susan E. Weaver, CNP

Study Description: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study assessing the Safety and Efficacy of DVS SR for the Treatment of Vasomotor Symptoms Associated with Menopause

Overview: The Avera Research Institute is participating in a clinical research study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of an investigational drug for the treatment of hot flushes (or flashes).

Millions of post-menopausal women feel sudden sensations of heat accompanied by sweating, commonly known as hot flushes. Hot flushes can even disrupt sleep.

If you are a female at least 45 years old, you may qualify for this study if:

• You are bothered by hot flushes
• You are not being treated with hormone therapy or with any acute psychotic medications
• It has been 6 months since your last menstrual period or you have had both ovaries removed

Qualified participants:

• Will receive study-related physician visits and medical evaluations at no cost
• May receive study-related drug and payment for time and travel

Contacts: For more information, please contact:

Name:   Vicki Munson , MS, RN, CCRC
Phone:  (605) 322-3087
E-mail:  vicki.munson@mckennan.org

Name:   Linda Randel King , RN
Phone:  (605) 322-3074
E-mail:  linda.randelking@mckennan.org