Mechanism of action of flibanserin, a multifunctional serotonin agonist and antagonist (MSAA), in hypoactive sexual desire disorder

CNS Spectr. 2015 Feb;20(1):1-6. doi: 10.1017/S1092852914000832. Epub 2015 Feb 9.

Abstract

Flibanserin is a novel multifunctional serotonin agonist and antagonist (MSAA) that improves sexual functioning in premenopausal women who suffer from reduced sexual interest and desire.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Benzimidazoles / pharmacology*
  • Benzimidazoles / therapeutic use
  • Brain / drug effects
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Agonists / pharmacology*
  • Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Agonists / therapeutic use
  • Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Antagonists / pharmacology*
  • Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Antagonists / therapeutic use
  • Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological / drug therapy
  • Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological / metabolism*

Substances

  • Benzimidazoles
  • Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Agonists
  • Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Antagonists
  • flibanserin