APPROACH TO SEXUAL DYSFUNCTIONS: THE USE OF LEPIDIUM MEYENII AND TRIBULUS TERRESTRIS

Abstract

Objective: to carry out a literature review on the approach of sexual dysfunctions with the help of Lepidium meyenii and terrestrial Tribulus. Methods: This is a bibliographic, descriptive research with a qualitative approach. Results: The total result of the investigation was 70 articles. 13 repeated articles were excluded. A total of 57 articles remained, of which those that did not contain the available text and those that were not related to human Sexual Dysfunctions were excluded. Thus, 16 articles were obtained. Articles that did not have the full text available or that their content did not relate to the theme were discarded. Conclusion: Based on the studies discussed, it is possible Tribulus terrestris is a plant with great potential for the management of sexual dysfunction and other symptoms related to menopause, therefore, can be an alternative or complementary treatment.