Endometriosis pill approved for NHS in England: What is it, and how does it work? - News Summed Up

Endometriosis pill approved for NHS in England: What is it, and how does it work?


Symptoms of endometriosisSevere period pain, that stops you from doing your normal activities. Women’s Mental Health: Balancing Careers, Caregiving, and Societal Expectations Amidst a Growing Mental Health CrisisHow much does the pill cost? The first daily pill for treating endometriosis symptoms has been approved for use on the National Health Service (NHS) in England. They include:The new pill approved by the drug assessment body the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is called relugolix combination therapy or Ryeqo. This combination drug - relugolix–estradiol–norethisterone is the first long-term daily pill licensed to treat endometriosis.The newly approved medication, relugolix-estradiol-norethisterone, works by blocking specific hormones that contribute to the progression of endometriosis.


Source: The Times March 17, 2025 05:03 UTC



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