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Bremelanotide: New Drug Approved for Treating Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder

Objective: To review data regarding bremelanotide, a recently approved therapy for hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD). Data Sources: Literature search of Medline, SCOPUS, and EMBASE was performed using the search terms bremelanotide, bremelanotide injection, Vyleesi, and melanocortin 4 receptor agonist between January 1, 1996, and December 15, 2019. Reference lists from included articles were also reviewed for pertinent citations. Study Selection/Data Extraction: We inc…

Study records state what a paper reported. PepIndex does not interpret findings, assess clinical significance, or restate results in language implying an application not present in the source. Last reviewed 23 Jul 2026.