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Female Viagra

Available Medicines: 3




What Is Female Viagra?

Female Viagra refers to medications designed to enhance sexual arousal and pleasure in women, particularly those experiencing sexual dysfunction such as low libido or difficulty achieving orgasm. Unlike male Viagra, which primarily improves blood flow to the penis, Female Viagra targets hormonal and neurological factors affecting sexual desire and response in women.

Symptoms Of Female Sexual Dysfunction

Symptoms might include persistent:

  • Low sexual desire
  • Difficulty becoming aroused
  • Inability to achieve orgasm
  • Pain during intercourse

Causes Of Female Sexual Dysfunction

Female sexual dysfunction can result from a complex interplay of physical, psychological, and hormonal factors, including:

  • Hormonal changes such as menopause or pregnancy
  • Chronic illnesses like diabetes or heart disease
  • Medications that affect libido
  • Stress, anxiety, or depression
  • Relationship problems
  • History of sexual trauma

Physical Causes Of Female Sexual Dysfunction

Physical factors include:

  • Reduced blood flow to genital areas
  • Hormonal imbalances
  • Neurological disorders
  • Chronic pain conditions

Psychological Causes Of Female Sexual Dysfunction

Psychological contributors may include:

  • Depression and anxiety
  • Stress and fatigue
  • Negative body image
  • Relationship difficulties

Prevention Of Female Sexual Dysfunction

Maintaining overall health and open communication with partners and healthcare providers can help prevent sexual dysfunction. For example:

  • Manage chronic health conditions effectively
  • Maintain a healthy lifestyle including diet and exercise
  • Reduce stress through relaxation techniques
  • Seek counseling for mental health or relationship issues
  • Discuss any medication side effects with your doctor

Common Medications

  • Flibanserin (Addyi)
  • Bremelanotide (Vyleesi)
  • Testosterone therapy (off-label)
  • Topical estrogens

Myths/Facts

Myth: Female sexual dysfunction is just “in the mind” and not a real medical issue.

Fact: Female sexual dysfunction is a recognized medical condition that can have both physical and psychological causes and deserves appropriate treatment.

Myth: There is no effective medication for female sexual dysfunction.

Fact: There are FDA-approved medications and therapies that can improve sexual desire and response in women.

Myth: Only older women experience sexual dysfunction.

Fact: Women of all ages can experience sexual dysfunction due to various factors.