title: Mechanism of action of flibanserin, a multifunctional serotonin agonist and antagonist (MSAA), in hypoactive sexual desire disorder.
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.
authors: Stephen M
authors: SM
authors: Stahl
mesh_terms: D001562:Benzimidazoles / Q000494:pharmacology* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001921:Brain / Q000187:drug effects; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D058825:Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Agonists / Q000494:pharmacology* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D058829:Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Antagonists / Q000494:pharmacology* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D020018:Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000378:metabolism*
chemical_list: D001562:Benzimidazoles; D058825:Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Agonists; D058829:Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Antagonists; C098107:flibanserin