Everything You wanted to Know (and Then some)

Everything You wanted to Know (and Then some)

How do I get Addyi?

Are you a Patient?

Start a Telehealth visit today here. Or ask your prescriber for Addyi and remember, for the lowest guaranteed price, have your Addyi RX sent to PhilRx (including free shipping on every order).

  • With commercial insurance coverage, your Addyi is as little as $40 per year. That’s right!
  • Without insurance, PhilRx has the guaranteed lowest cash price of $149 per month.

Are you a Prescriber?

Prescribing Addyi is easy through the specialty pharmacy, PhilRx. Search “PHILRX” in the EMR’s retail pharmacy finder or click here to find out the best ways to prescribe Addyi.

How long will Addyi take to work?

Some patients begin noticing changes as early as 4 weeks, while others need more time. Improvements in your HSDD symptoms can include:

  • More interest in sex
  • More satisfying sex
  • Less stress (from low libido)

Speak with your healthcare professional if your HSDD symptoms have not improved after 8 weeks.

How much does Addyi cost?

With Commercial Insurance Coverage?
Addyi is as little as $40 per year exclusively through PhilRx, including free home delivery.

Paying Cash?
Addyi is $149 per month. This special offer is available only at PhilRx pharmacy.

Need a coupon for a local pharmacy? Addyi is as low as $20 per month* through GoodRx.

*Eligible patients only. Restrictions apply. See Terms and Conditions

How do I get a coupon for Addyi?

Easy. Ask your prescriber to send your Addyi prescription to PhilRx and the lowest price is applied automatically. After that, your Addyi prescription will be shipped straight to your door.

Want to pick it up locally instead? Visit goodrx.com/addyi and bring the coupon to your pharmacy.

Will my insurance cover the cost of Addyi?

With commercial insurance coverage, Addyi is as little as $40 per year, exclusively through PhilRx. We partner with PhilRx to make things simple. If approved, your prescription is delivered right to your door.

Prefer a local pharmacy? Use a GoodRx coupon and check coverage there.

Questions? Call 844-PINK-PILL

What is Addyi?

ADDYI is a prescription medicine used to treat hypoactive (low) sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in women < 65 years of age who have not had problems with low sexual desire in the past, no matter the type of sexual activity, situation, or sexual partner, and it is troubling to them. Their low sexual desire is not due to a medical or mental health problem, problems in the relationship, medicine or other drug use.

ADDYI is not for use in men or to improve sexual performance.

Is Addyi hormonal?

Addyi is a non-hormonal treatment.

What medications should not be taken with Addyi?

Taking Addyi with certain medicines can increase the amount of Addyi in your blood, leading to clinically significant drug interactions. These interactions may cause severe low blood pressure, fainting (loss of consciousness), and sleepiness.

Before you start taking Addyi and throughout treatment, it is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist about all your medications, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Some commonly prescribed medications are contraindicated with Addyi and should be avoided.

Examples of commonly prescribed medications that you should avoid while taking Addyi include antibiotics, nefazodone (a medicine used to treat depression), and certain medicines* used to treat HIV-1 infection, fungal infections, hepatitis-C infections, high blood pressure, chest pain, or other heart problems.

*Only select medications used to treat these conditions are contraindicated with Addyi. Please refer to the Addyi Medication Guide for a more comprehensive list.

Do I have to take Addyi every day?

Yes, Addyi must be taken every night at bedtime to treat hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) symptoms. Addyi is not an on-demand medication.

If you miss a dose of Addyi, skip your missed dose. Take your next dose at bedtime the next day. Do not take Addyi the next morning or double your next dose.

Can I take Addyi as needed (on-demand)?

Addyi is not an on-demand medication. Addyi must be taken every night at bedtime to treat hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) symptoms.

What happens if I stop taking Addyi? Will my low desire return?

Addyi is taken once daily at bedtime to treat hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) symptoms. If you have experienced improvements in your HSDD symptoms while taking Addyi, such as increased libido and reduced distress, you may notice that your HSDD symptoms return once you stop taking Addyi.

What are the common side effects?

The most common side effects are dizziness, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, nausea, dry mouth, and tiredness. It is important to talk to a healthcare provider since these are not all of the possible side effects.

I just found out I’m pregnant, can I continue Addyi?

Congratulations on your pregnancy. It is important to tell your doctor that you were taking Addyi when you became pregnant. It is not known if Addyi will harm your unborn baby.

Can I take Addyi while breastfeeding?

Great question– It is not known if Addyi passes into your breast milk. You should talk to your health care provider and decide if you will take Addyi or breastfeed. You should not do both.

Is it safe to drink alcohol and take Addyi?

In the evening if you drink 3 or more alcoholic drinks* skip your Addyi dose. If you have 1-2 drinks wait 2 hours before taking Addyi at bedtime. After you have taken your Addyi at bedtime do not drink alcohol until the following day.

* A standard alcoholic drink includes: one 12-ounce regular beer, 5 ounces of wine, 1.5 ounces of distilled spirits or shot.

Can I get addicted to Addyi?

Controlled substances are medications that may result in physical or mental dependence leading to addiction. Addyi is not a controlled substance. Addyi has no warnings or precautions about potential addiction.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

What is the most important information I should know about ADDYI?

ADDYI can cause severe low blood pressure and fainting (loss of consciousness). Your risk is higher if you drink alcohol close to your dose. Do not take ADDYI with certain medicines or if you have liver problems. To lower your risk of low blood pressure and fainting:

  • Do not drink alcohol close to the time you take ADDYI. Skip your dose if you had 3 or more drinks before bedtime. Wait at least 2 hours after 1–2 alcoholic drinks before taking ADDYI. After taking ADDYI, do not drink alcohol until the next day
  • Talk to your doctor about the medicines and supplements you take and before starting any new ones
  • Do not take ADDYI if you have liver problems

If you feel dizzy or lightheaded after taking ADDYI, lie down right away. Get medical help if symptoms do not go away.

Who should not take ADDYI?
Do not take ADDYI if you:

take certain medicines that increase ADDYI levels in your blood (including some treatments for HIV, fungal infections, antibiotics, hepatitis C, heart conditions, or depression such as nefazodone)

  • have liver problems
  • are allergic to ADDYI

What should I tell my doctor before taking ADDYI?
Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, including if you:

  • drink alcohol, use drugs, or have a history of substance abuse
  • have ever had depression or other mental health conditions
  • have low blood pressure or a condition that can cause it
  • are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines and supplements you take, as they may interact with ADDYI.

What should I avoid while taking ADDYI?

  • Do not drink alcohol close to your dose
  • Do not drive or operate machinery for at least 6 hours after taking ADDYI
  • Do not drink grapefruit juice
  • Do not take supplements such as St. John’s Wort, ginkgo, or resveratrol, or certain medicines like cimetidine, without talking to your doctor

What are the possible side effects of ADDYI?
ADDYI can cause serious side effects, including:

  • See “What is the most important information I should know about ADDYI?”
  • sleepiness
  • low blood pressure and fainting

The most common side effects include:

  • dizziness
  • nausea
  • tiredness
  • trouble sleeping
  • dry mouth

This is not a complete list of side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice.

What is ADDYI?

ADDYI is a prescription medicine used to treat hypoactive (low) sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in women < 65 years of age who have not had problems with low sexual desire in the past, no matter the type of sexual activity, situation, or sexual partner, and it is troubling to them. Their low sexual desire is not due to a medical or mental health problem, problems in the relationship, medicine or other drug use.

ADDYI is not for use in men or to improve sexual performance.