Can
testosterone increase sex drive in a female?
The role of
the male sex hormone testosterone is conflicting. Low doses are known to
increase libido in the female. However, a prescription of testosterone is very
controversial. At present testosterone in any form is not approved by the FDA
for the treatment of low sex drive in women. Moreover testosterone also has
very undesirable side effects like excess body hair, acne and changes in mood. There
are many anecdotal reports indicating that low dose testosterone increases sex
drive in women. However, you also need to weigh out the adverse effects like
hoarse voice, excess hair and masculine features.
