How sexual function is biopsychosocial and the meds that affect the “bio” part of this

There are two FDA approved meds for women with low desire. They work in 50-60%of people that take them. They work by boosting dopamine.

Addyi - filbanserin - came out in 2015. It is an oral nightly medication. Side effects are sleepiness and may include weight loss.

Vyleesi – bremelanotide – an on demand injection – likely works by increasing dopamine.

Do we fix hormones first or use these meds first?

How to navigate prescribing these meds as a provider?

Dr. Rubin talks about her work changing national guidelines.

23% of women have clitoral adhesions

Clitoral phimosis - workup and meds versus surgery – Dr. Rubin’s pilot study

How do we prevent recurrence?

Resources discussed today

https://www.instagram.com/drrachelrubin

https://www.rachelrubinmd.com/

https://www.facebook.com/DrRachelRubin/

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