The wait is over, ladies -- now you'll have your own little pink pill to bring back your sex drive (if need be)!
On Tuesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved flibanserin for the treatment of sexual dysfunction in premenopausal women. (It will be sold under the name Addyi.)
This is the first FDA-approved treatment for sexual desire in men or women. While some might consider it the female version of Viagra, Addyi is really in a category of its own. Viagra treats sexual desire -- it does not induce sexual desire. On the other hand, Addyi works on the central nervous system, which is why it falls into the same category as an antidepressant.
Common side effects range from nausea and fatigue to dizziness and insomnia. Those who consume alcohol while taking Addyi are at higher risk for severe low blood pressure, which can lead to a temporary loss of consciousness.
Addyi will cost about the same per month as a one month supply of Viagra for men. As with all other medical treatments, women are advised to consult their doctor for more information.
It's hard to believe women have had to wait this long for something to help them treat lack of sexual desire. The FDA approved Viagra in 1998, which feels like eons ago!
I suppose men around the world bemoaning their partner's low (if not non-existent) libido have reason to celebrate.
What's your take? Do you think this is good news for women everywhere?
Share your thoughts and please reshare with your friends -- in case word hasn't reached them.
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On Tuesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved flibanserin for the treatment of sexual dysfunction in premenopausal women. (It will be sold under the name Addyi.)
This is the first FDA-approved treatment for sexual desire in men or women. While some might consider it the female version of Viagra, Addyi is really in a category of its own. Viagra treats sexual desire -- it does not induce sexual desire. On the other hand, Addyi works on the central nervous system, which is why it falls into the same category as an antidepressant.
Common side effects range from nausea and fatigue to dizziness and insomnia. Those who consume alcohol while taking Addyi are at higher risk for severe low blood pressure, which can lead to a temporary loss of consciousness.
Addyi will cost about the same per month as a one month supply of Viagra for men. As with all other medical treatments, women are advised to consult their doctor for more information.
It's hard to believe women have had to wait this long for something to help them treat lack of sexual desire. The FDA approved Viagra in 1998, which feels like eons ago!
I suppose men around the world bemoaning their partner's low (if not non-existent) libido have reason to celebrate.
What's your take? Do you think this is good news for women everywhere?
Share your thoughts and please reshare with your friends -- in case word hasn't reached them.
Here are other hot posts you'll find at How to Understand People:
SHOCKING: A woman who has sex with...a tree?
Why do so many people cheat?
Why men want a lady in the street, but a freak in bed
CAN'T MISS: Surprising Benefits of Sex
Why women should NOT kiss men on the first date
PORN: How women react to men watching pornography
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