This week the Food and Drug Administration declared that flibanserin, the female equivalent of viagra, does not work as it is intended. The FDA said the drug results were “not compelling” and decided against approving the drug. Flibanserin was supposed to help treat low sexual desire in postmenopausal women, a condition known as hyposexual desire disorder. Women will have to look to alternatives until a magical “pink pill” is found.
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) is classified as an absence of sexual desire for an extended period of time. For women who are normally sexually active, this disorder can be disheartening and cause mental health problems. It can be frustrating for men too, as many men may feel rejected by their spouse who is suffering from HSDD.
Some women have turned to natural supplements to enhance their sexual desire. In clinical trials, flibanserin caused side effects such as depression, nausea and fatigue. Natural supplements are far less likely to cause harmful side effects, and you do not need a prescription to take them.
There are a variety of natural extracts and herbs that can help increase sexuality in women. Sclareolide works with your sense of smell to lift mood and boost libido. The herb Sceletium Tortuosum elevates mood and relaxation while decreasing anxiety and stress. Epimedium sagittatum, also known as Horny Goat Weed, has aphrodisiac properties that promote blood flow to the female genitalia. Taking it can help increase libido. Catuaba is another example of a natural aphrodisiac that also adds sensitivity for a boost in stimulation. And Rutaecarpine promotes blood flow as a vasorelaxant for added stimulation.
These ingredients can be found in a variety of natural enhancement supplements, or you can take a special blended formula of all of them in a supplement like Pandora for Women. So while scientists continue to find the so-called “pink pill” to bring pleasure to thousands of women, you can rest assured that there are other options out there.