Female Libido and Arousal Products: 3 Options

And, recently, the supplement and pharmaceutical industries are putting more of an emphasis on prescription and non-prescription options for women to help enhance female libido or overall sexual satisfaction.

In this article, we will go over the pros and cons of some of the most popular female bedroom enhancement options on the market in 2021 such as female bedroom creams, supplements, and other female enhancers.

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1. Compounded Scream Creams

“Scream cream” is the industry term for a prescription compounded medication made by compounding pharmacies that may help enhance the female sexual experience.*

This doesn't necessarily treat your libido, but if find you aren't in the mood as much because of blood flow issues or lack of sensitivity and stimulation, this may help you out.

These creams normally contain a mixture of ingredients known to help enhance blood flow or sensitivity when applied to the clitoral area such as: Sildenafil, Arginine, Pentoxifylline, Isosorbide dinitrate, or sometimes Testosterone.

We call our scream cream Strut O Cream, and you can have an Online Visit with our doctors to see if our scream cream is a good option for your sex life goals.

If you are a good candidate for treatment, your prescription can be shipped quickly and discreetly to your front door.

How to use: Rub a pea-sized amount of the cream into the clitoral and vaginal area about 30 minutes before sexual activity.

Side effects: The most common side effects include local skin irritation and redness at the applied area. Your provider can review the full safety information with you.

Prescription-only?: Yes.

Pros: Applied topically, Only use as needed 30 minutes before sexual activity, Increases blood flow and sensitivity in most users.

Cons: Some may not like applying a cream to the vaginal area.

2. Tribulus

Tribulus Terrestris is a plant that has long been used in eastern medicine for its proposed health benefits.

You can find Tribulus in supplement form in many health food and vitamin stores.

One double-blind study from 2016 had 67 women randomly assigned to take either a Tribulus supplement, or a placebo daily for 4 weeks. At the end of the trial, the women in the Tribulus group reported improved desire, arousal, lubrication, satisfaction, and reduced pain.

How to use: Take the recommended dosage of the supplement once daily. Dosages for female libido enhancement in the studies tend to range from 250mg-1,500mg daily.

Side effects: Stomach cramps or acid reflux have been reported in some studies of Tribulus.

Prescription-only?: No, it is a dietary supplement.

Pros: Plant-derived supplement, easy oral dosage form, no prescription required.

Cons: May need to take every day for effects, more studies may be needed to verify positive libido effects.

3. Maca

Maca powder comes from the root of the Peruvian Maca plant.

The Maca plant is cruciferous, meaning that it is related to other cruciferous veggies like broccoli, kale, cauliflower, or cabbage.

Maca has recently become a big health trend, and you can find maca in health food stores, or even as an add-in ingredient at juice bars or smoothie shops.

Maca is an ancient remedy, which has been cultivated for over 2,000 years.

The purported benefits of Maca include: Nutrient support, enhanced libido, improved semen quality, menopausal symptom relief, mood improvement, athletic performance improvements, UV protection, improved brain function, and prostate gland reduction.

A 2010 review study looked at 4 trials to evaluate if Maca provided sexual desire benefits in men and women. The review concluded that 2 of the trials showed a significant positive effect on the participant’s sexual dysfunction or sexual desire when taking Maca.

How to use: Take the dose recommended on the product label once daily, or as directed. In studies, doses of 1.5g-3g daily for 12 weeks have been used.

Side effects: There may be gastrointestinal discomfort, especially if the fresh raw root is consumed.

Prescription-only?: No, it is a dietary supplement.

Pros: Plant-derived supplement, easy oral dosage form, no prescription required, may have other health benefits.

Cons: May need to take every day for effects, more studies are needed to prove libido effects.

Now that you know which are the best female libido and arousal enhancement products for 2021, you can make the perfect decision and choose the correct product for yourself and your partner.

*Compounded drug products are not approved or evaluated for safety, effectiveness, or quality by the FDA. Rx required.