Female Libido

Our trained compounding pharmacists can also help women with Libido issues. We can discuss the options available that can increase sexual desire, orgasmic climax, and naturally replenish vaginal moisture to make sexual activity truly enjoyable again. APS Pharmacy can compound topical gels/creams that may help to increase female libido and orgasm.

Oxytocin

Oxytocin is a hormone associated with sexual desire. It is the same hormone that causes uterine contractions during childbirth and studies indicate that oxytocin levels rise during orgasm. Oxytocin is produced by the hypothalamus in the brain and released into the bloodstream by the pituitary gland. Recent studies have begun to investigate oxytocin's role in various behaviors, including sexuality, social recognition, anxiety and maternal behavior. For this reason, it is some-times referred to as the "love hormone". For example, many studies have already shown a correlation of oxytocin with human bonding, increases in trust, and decreases in fear. One study has even confirmed that there was a positive correlation between oxytocin levels and an anxiety scale measuring the adult romantic attachment. This suggests that oxytocin may be important for the inhibition of brain regions that are associated with behavioral control, fear, and anxiety, thus allowing orgasm to occur.

DHEA

DHEA (dehydroepiandosterone) is an androgenic steroid that has been available as an energy booster in the vitamin section of pharmacies and health food stores for years. It's only in the last year that some doctors have begun to prescribe it for low libido in women. It should be taken with a doctor's supervision. There have not been as many studies on the effectiveness for treating low libido, but a recent study out of France indicated promising results.

Low Dose Testosterone

Testosterone is a vital component of female sexuality, enhancing interest in initiating sexual activity and response to sexual stimulation. It is also the hormone associated with greater well-being, with increased energy and vitality and with reduced anxiety and depression.