What role can testosterone play in menopause care?

Testosterone plays an important role in menopause care, especially when it comes to sexual health and libido. While often thought of as a "male" hormone, testosterone is vital for women too. During menopause, testosterone levels naturally decline, which can contribute to decreased libido, less clitoral sensitivity, and overall changes in sexual function.

Here at Alloy, we recognize that testosterone can help some women with low sexual desire, particularly after addressing other menopause symptoms like hot flashes, sleep issues, and vaginal dryness. Testosterone therapy may be considered if these symptoms are managed and low libido persists. However, prescribing testosterone is currently challenging due to regulatory restrictions, and Alloy does not offer testosterone therapy at this time. We do, however, provide a range of other effective menopause treatments and sexual health solutions—explore our options at our Solutions page: Alloy Solutions.

For a deeper dive into how testosterone impacts libido and menopause, check out these helpful video chapters:

• Testosterone Therapy for Low Sexual Desire (Dr. Corinne Menn)
• Testosterone and Women's Libido (Dr. Mary Jane Minkin)

If you’re interested in improving sexual health during menopause, you might also want to learn about our O-mazing Cream, designed to enhance sexual arousal.

At Alloy, we’re committed to empowering you with evidence-based care and information for every stage of menopause.

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This answer was created using the following resources:

• Hormone Therapy 101 (pt.2) | Dr. Corinne Menn - Testosterone Therapy for Low Sexual Desire
• Menopause Myth Busting: Separating Fact from Fiction | Dr. Mary Jane Minkin - Testosterone and Women's Libido
• Catching Up with Dr. Maria Uloko | Alloy
• Why Can’t I Orgasm Anymore After Menopause? Online Menopause Treatment