bremelanotide; dopamine; sexual dysfunction

USE OF THE CNS AGENT BREMELANOTIDE IN MEN WITH SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION: RESULTS FROM A SEXUAL MEDICINE CLINIC

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE Bremelanotide is FDA approved for premenopausal women with generalized, acquired hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD). It modulates dopaminergic pathways involved in sexual desire and arousal in men and women and has been reported to increase genital blood flow...
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- Apr 19, 2024
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- Forum: When TRT Is Not Enough (ED, Libido, & More)

TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038