Addyi

Addyi is a prescription medication used to treat hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in premenopausal women. It works on brain chemicals to help improve sexual desire. Addyi is not for use to enhance sexual performance and is specifically intended for women who have not gone through menopause and experience low sexual desire that causes distress.

Benefits

• Helps improve sexual desire in women with HSDD.
• May enhance satisfaction and intimacy in relationships affected by low sexual desire.
• Offers a non-hormonal option for women seeking help with low sexual desire.
• Can improve overall quality of life by addressing a medical cause of distressing low libido.

Dosage 

• The recommended dose is 100 mg taken once daily at bedtime.
• It is important to take Addyi at bedtime to reduce the risk of low blood pressure, dizziness, and fainting.
• If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Do not take double doses.
• If there is no improvement in sexual desire after 8 weeks of daily use, consult your doctor, as continued treatment may not be beneficial.

Warnings and Precautions

• Do not drink alcohol while taking Addyi as this can cause severe low blood pressure and fainting.
• Avoid taking Addyi if you have liver problems or are using medications that interfere with its breakdown (such as certain antifungals and antibiotics).
• Not recommended for postmenopausal women or men.
• May cause low blood pressure, dizziness, or fainting—caution should be taken when getting up from sitting or lying positions.
• Always inform your doctor about other medications you are taking to avoid dangerous interactions.

Usage Instructions

• Take one 100 mg tablet each night before bed, exactly as prescribed.
• Do not adjust your dose without medical advice.
• Avoid alcohol completely while using this medication.
• Discuss any side effects or concerns with your doctor, especially if you feel faint, dizzy, or lightheaded.

Storage Information

• Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F).
• Protect from moisture and heat.
• Keep in a safe place, out of reach of children.

Common Side Effects

• Dizziness, sleepiness, and nausea.
• Dry mouth or fatigue.
• Low blood pressure and fainting, especially if taken during the day or with alcohol.
• Rare but serious side effects include severe drops in blood pressure, loss of consciousness, and severe dizziness—seek immediate help if these occur.