Does Viagra work for women? The effects of Viagra on female
Since its launch in 1998, Viagra® has been proven that Viagra immediately solves the lack of a sex drive in men, but for women, the issue goes beyond the physical aspct of arousal.
A clinical study on the effects of Viagra on Women by the Pfizer
After 3,000 women, the study of Pfizer ended in 2004, show that Viagra reduced antidepressants effects of sexual dysfunction in almost two-thirds of the women. Viagra will not increase sexual desire in women as it does in men. However, as Viagra increases blood flow to the genitals, it could probably help some women with the release of lubricating secretions, increasing sexual arousal and even giving and giving a possibility to reach an orgasm.
A clinical study by Dr Jennifer Berman at the University of California - Los Angeles Medical Center
The placebo-controlled study involved 202 women, half of whom received a placebo. The women who participated in the study had to have had a hysterectomy or be post-menopausal, and generally be receiving hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Their ages ranged from 30 to 71 with an average age of about 51.
The research team focussed on two major areas. Firstly, whether there was any change in sensation in the vagina, labia, or clitoris during intercourse or stimulation after taking Viagra or the placebo. And secondly, whether intercourse and/or foreplay was more pleasant and satisfying after taking Viagra or the placebo.
Women with Female Sexual Arousal Disorder (or FSAD) found the effects of Viagra most beneficial.
FSAD is defined as the inability to achieve or progress through the "normal" stages of sexual arousal. FSAD is often characterized by physical symptoms like lack of blood flow to the genitals and lack of natural lubrication.
The effects of Viagra on women who have Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (or HSDD) was
minimal. HSDD is characterized by a total lack of interest, or an aversion to sexual overtures, stimulation and sexual activity.
This suggests that women with FSAD, which is typified by physical symptoms, can be helped by taking Viagra. However, Viagra is unlikely to benefit women with HSDD, who are more likely to have an underlying emotional or psychological problem.
