Testosterone Use for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in Postmenopausal Women

Sharon J. Parish, MD, NCMP; Juliana M. Kling, MD, MPH, FACOG, NCMP

Disclosures

Menopause. 2023;30(7):781-783. 

In This Article

Abstract and Introduction

Abstract

Testosterone is an important evidence-based therapy for hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in postmenopausal women. Clinical practice guidelines based on the most comprehensive meta-analysis of benefits and risks of testosterone therapy to date state that the sole evidence-based indication for testosterone therapy is HSDD in postmenopausal women. The guidelines also provide recommendations regarding identification of patients, dosing, monitoring, and follow-up. This Practice Pearl will discuss evidence-based testosterone therapy for management of HSDD in postmenopausal women.

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