Vyleesi
Generic name:bremelanotide [ BRE-me-LAN-oh-tide ]
Drug class:Melanocortin receptor agonists
What is Vyleesi?
Vyleesi is used to treat low sexual desire in women who have not gone through menopause and have not had low sexual desire in the past.
Vyleesi should be used only to treat low sexual desire that occurs with any type of sexual activity, in any sexual situation, or with any sexual partner.
Vyleesi should not be used to treat low sexual desire that is caused by relationship problems, health problems, mental illness, or by using certain drugs or medications.
Vyleesi is not for use in men, or in women who have gone through menopause. Bremelanotide should not be used to improve sexual performance.
Warnings
You should not use Vyleesi if you have heart problems or if you have untreated or uncontrolled high blood pressure.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Vyleesi if you are allergic to bremelanotide, or if you have:
heart disease; or
untreated or uncontrolled high blood pressure.
Vyleesi is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart problems;
high blood pressure;
kidney disease; or
Bremelanotide may harm an unborn baby. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy. Stop using the medicine and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
If you do use Vyleesi during pregnancy, your name may be listed on a pregnancy registry to track the effects of bremelanotide on the baby.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.
How should I use Vyleesi?
Use Vyleesi exactly as directed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
Vyleesi is injected under the skin. A healthcare provider may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand all instructions.
Use the Vyleesi injection at least 45 minutes before sexual activity.
Do not use more than 1 Vyleesi injection every 24 hours. Do not use more than 8 total injections within 1 month.
Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it. Do not use if the medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors, or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
Bremelanotide can cause nausea, which may be severe. You may be given other medication to help prevent nausea. Use this medi...
