Efficacy/Safety Study of Brisdelle™ (Formerly Known as Mesafem) in the Treatment of Vasomotor Symptoms (VMS)

This is 12-week, multicenter, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study of
Brisdelle (paroxetine mesylate) Capsules 7.5 mg and placebo capsules in subjects with
moderate to severe postmenopausal VMS, defined as follows:

- Moderate VMS: Sensation of heat with sweating, able to continue activity

- Severe VMS: Sensation of heat with sweating, causing cessation of activity

The study is comprised of a screening period, a run-in period, a baseline visit, and a
double-blind treatment period.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Female, ≥ 40 years of age at screening (inclusive)

2. Reported more than 7-8 moderate to severe hot flashes per day (average) or 50-60
moderate to severe hot flashes per week for at least 30 days prior to the screening
visit

3. Spontaneous amenorrhea for at least 12 consecutive months or

4. Amenorrhea for at least 6 months and meet the biochemical criteria for menopause or

5. Bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy ≥ 6 weeks with or without hysterectomy

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Known non-responder to previous Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or
Serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) treatment for VMS

2. History of self injurious behavior

3. History of clinical diagnosis of depression or treatment for depression

4. History of clinical diagnosis of borderline personality disorder

5. Use of an investigational study medication within 30 days prior to screening or
during the study

6. Concurrent participation in another clinical trial or previous participation in this
trial

7. Family of investigational-site staff