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GlossaryDecreased Libido (Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder)

reduced interest in sexual activity

Decreased libido, also known as low libido or reduced sex drive, refers to a diminished interest in sexual activity. This condition can be influenced by various factors, including hormonal imbalances, psychological issues such as stress or depression, certain medications, and underlying medical conditions. Understanding the root cause is essential for effective treatment, which may involve lifestyle changes, therapy, or medical interventions.

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research Safety and Efficacy of Transdermal Testosterone for Treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder

7 citations , April 2012 in “Clinical investigation”

Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.

research The Effect of Evening Alcohol Consumption and Bedtime Administration of Flibanserin on the Safety of Flibanserin

May 2019 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine”

Drinking alcohol before taking flibanserin does not increase the risk of severe low blood pressure or fainting.

FDA-Approved (Bremelanotide, Flibanserin) and Off-Label Medications (Testosterone, Sildenafil) to Enhance Sexual Desire and Function in Women

research FDA-Approved (Bremelanotide, Flibanserin) and Off-Label Medications (Testosterone, Sildenafil) to Enhance Sexual Desire and Function in Women

April 2020 in “Online journal of complementary & alternative medicine”

Some medications can help increase sexual desire and function in women.

research Testosterone Pellets in Women: Revisiting Safety and Clinical Outcomes

October 2025 in “Cureus”

Testosterone pellets may help women's sexual function but have safety concerns and need more research.

Testosterone Therapy for Women with Low Sexual Desire: A Position Statement from the Brazilian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism

research Testosterone Therapy for Women with Low Sexual Desire: A Position Statement from the Brazilian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism

10 citations , January 2019 in “Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism”

Testosterone therapy may slightly increase sexual desire in women with HSDD but lacks broad recommendation due to safety concerns and limited approval.

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community Discontinuing oral finasteride after 7 years and switching topical

in Progress Pictures 771 upvotes 6 months ago

A user stopped oral finasteride after 7 years due to decreased libido and switched to topical finasteride and minoxidil. Others shared similar experiences and discussed alternatives like dutasteride and topical treatments.

community Why is Kevin Mann (Haircafe) Hated?

in Chat 62 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss treatments, including microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841; the efficacy of these treatments; criticisms of Kevin Mann's content related to his selective data presentation and biases towards certain treatments; and other topics such as DHT being labeled a "trash hormone" and critiques of other hairloss YouTubers.

community Progress o regress? 2 Years only dermaroller (and RU for only 2 month)

in Is this regrowth? 70 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses hair loss and treatments, with users suggesting the original poster's hair has receded despite using a dermaroller and RU58841 for two months. Many recommend starting finasteride and minoxidil for better results.

community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 169 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.

community 5months Oral Min (2.5mg) & Fin (1mg)

in Progress Pictures 59 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using oral Minoxidil (2.5mg) and Finasteride (1mg) for hair loss, reporting satisfaction with the results despite some light spots. Another user suggested increasing the Minoxidil dose if needed after a year.

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