The majority of humans are sexual beings. Sex is a fundamental way to experience pleasure, explore, and connect with not only other people but also with ourselves on a deep level. Sex allows us to connect with our creative sides, lift our moods, and feel amazing.

For most adults, sex is an essential part of life, and the better your sex life is, the better you feel overall. This is why it can be so difficult to be unhappy with your sex life. Life is unpredictable. People have children, get jobs, travel, and all sorts of other things that limit the amount of sex they can have. However, one factor frequently overlooked, particularly among women, is changes in libido.

Low libido or sex drive is a common occurrence in life. There are, however, steps you can take to get your sexual drive back on track. Although it is not for everyone, some women may benefit from libido-inducing medications. Are you ready to find out what your options are?

What Causes Libido Changes in Women?

Women and female-bodied people experience far more physiological changes in their lifetime than men. We are constantly shifting and changing as we go through periods, pregnancy, and menopause. Many of these are lovely and magical, but they can also cause unpleasant side effects such as mental health issues, low energy levels, and libido loss.

What Else Can Cause Women to Have Low Libido?

There are several other things can cause a woman’s libido to be low.

• Menopause
• Depression and anxiety are examples of mental health disorders.
• Certain medications, such as hormonal contraception and antidepressants
• Diseases and health issues
• Lactation and pregnancy
• Problems in your relationship
• Vaginismus and endometriosis are reproductive health issues.

As you can see (or have discovered for yourself), there are numerous factors that can influence your sexual drive. But that doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. You have choices!

Who Takes Libido Pills?

Anyone with a chronically low sex drive may benefit from libido-increasing medications. Female sexual interest/arousal disorder is the medical term for women who have low libido (FSAID). This is more common in women who are perimenopausal or postmenopausal. According to one study, 3.3 percent of participants between the ages of 18 and 44 had female sexual arousal disorder, while 7.5 percent of those between the ages of 45 and 64 had it.

Libido medications are more commonly used by older people. They are also more likely to have physical health issues that affect their libido or to be taking medications that reduce their sexual drive. Regardless of age, everyone deserves to have the sex life they want.

Women’s Libido Medications

The types of libido medications available to you are determined by your location. Flibanserin and Bremelanotide are the two most commonly prescribed libido medications for women.

• Flibanserin is the generic name for Addyi, a libido-boosting medication for women who have not yet reached menopause. This pill is taken once a day before bedtime. Dizziness, nausea, fatigue, and low blood pressure are all possible side effects.
• Vyleesi is known by the generic name Bremelanotide. This injectable medication is intended for women who have not yet reached menopause. You inject the medication into your stomach or thigh right before sexual activity. Nausea, vomiting, headache, and a skin reaction where it was injected are all possible side effects.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is commonly used in menopausal or postmenopausal women. It’s sometimes used to help with energy levels and osteoporosis, but it can also help with libido if it’s been compromised. HRT can help with vaginal dryness, atrophy, and overall sex drive. Some people who are not yet menopausal but may benefit from HRT include those with thyroid disorders, PCOS, and ovarian cancer.

Natural State

If you’ve had low libido for a long time, you’ve probably tried natural libido boosters. You don’t have to rely solely on medication. There are numerous lifestyle changes and natural supplements that can improve your libido.

Here are some natural methods for increasing libido:

• Oysters, bananas, chocolate, and figs are examples of foods
• Maca, shilajit, and damiana are examples of herbs
• Addressing underlying mental and physical health issues
• Stress levels are decreasing
• You’re experimenting with your sexual life
• Avoiding smoking and limiting alcohol consumption
• Improve your communication with your partner
• Slowing down and bonding activities to increase intimacy with your partner

Medication and natural remedies do not have to be mutually exclusive. The best approach to healing your sexual health is a holistic one that considers all factors influencing your sexual drive. This could include medication, couples therapy, increased physical activity, and stress-relieving activities.

Your Body, Your Decision

As with any other aspect of your health, deciding to take libido medication is a personal decision only you can make. Libido-increasing medications may improve your sex life and relationships, but every medication has potential side effects. It may be worthwhile to try a few lifestyle changes before resorting to pharmaceuticals, but you are the expert on your own body. Contact your OB/GYN for more information on your next steps.