Low Sex Drive (Loss of Libido) (NHS)

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Publisher: National Health Service · Published: August 11, 2026 · Accessed: August 11, 2026

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• Main causes of low sex drive include relationship problems; stress, anxiety or depression; sexual problems like vaginal dryness; lower hormone levels during the menopause; and certain medicines including antidepressants.
• A GP can advise on treatments for low sex drive; for menopause-related low libido, treatment options include hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and for vaginal dryness, vaginal lubricants.
• See a GP if you're worried about your low sex drive, or if you think a medicine or hormonal contraception is affecting it.