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A lecturer at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Dr. Lynn is lead author of a study published in 2019. survey done 373 women about marijuana at a gynecology and obstetrics clinic in Missouri. Of these, 34 percent reported using cannabis before sexual activity, and most said it resulted in increased sex drive, improved orgasm, and reduced pain.

Studies have also found Some women use cannabis to help manage menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia and vaginal changes such as dryness, all of which can contribute to low libido when left untreated.

Additionally, a online survey Of the 200+ men and women who use cannabis, nearly 60 percent said that cannabis increases their sex drive; almost 74 percent reported increased sexual satisfaction. But the study, led by researchers in Canada and published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine, also found that 16 percent reported that sex was better in some ways, worse in some ways, and just under 5 percent worse.

Research on cannabis use and sexual function among men is likewise sparse and can be contradictory. By International Society for Sexual MedicineSome men report improved sexual performance when they use marijuana, while others may experience less motivation for sex, erectile dysfunction, difficulty reaching orgasm, or premature ejaculation. It has also been associated with marijuana use. decrease in sperm count, concentration, motility and vitality.

‘Start low and go slow’

All drugs, including marijuana, have risks and potential side effects.

If your doctor has allowed you to try marijuana in a state where it is legal, Dr. If you’re new to the tincture—in some cases as much as 1 milligram of THC, the main psychoactive ingredient in weed—before it slowly rises.

“Cannabis at low doses helps with libido, but at high doses it’s usually not as effective,” he said, adding that the wrong amount will make some people paranoid and anxious. The drug may also interfere with orgasm and produce the opposite effect of what is intended.

Doctor Lynn agreed. “Start low and go slow,” he said.

How much is too much marijuana? This will vary from person to person.