FDA expands Addyi approval for postmenopausal women

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US health officials expanded approval for a drug called Addyi. It can now help postmenopausal women up to 65 years old.

Addyi was first approved for women before menopause 10 years ago. It has side effects like dizziness and a warning about alcohol.

Low sexual desire is a recognized medical problem for many women. Doctors must check many other issues before giving this medicine.

The FDA rejected Addyi twice before approving it in 2015. A group worked hard to get the drug approved for women.

Sales of Addyi were lower than expected by many people. Another drug for low female libido came out in 2019.

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What is the name of the drug that helps postmenopausal women?

The drug is called Addyi.

How long ago was Addyi first approved?

Addyi was first approved 10 years ago.

What must doctors check before giving Addyi to patients?

Doctors must check many other issues before giving this medicine.

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