Cannabis has been used as a tantric aphrodisiac since the 7th century in India. The US Pharmacopeia in the early 1940s included several cannabis formulations for female sexual dysfunction before prohibition. While low female sex drive is not an approved qualifying condition, Utah medical cannabis patients may seek cannabis for female sexual PTSD and pain associated with intercourse (also called Dyspareunia).
Several studies are showing the following sexual benefits in women with cannabis:
- Increase in sexual desire
- Increase in orgasm intensity and decrease in time to achieve female orgasm
- Increase in longevity of pleasure sessions (solo or with a partner)
- Decrease in anxiety and increase in body confidence associated with intercourse
- Increase in overall sexual satisfaction
Dosing
Our Beehive pharmacists recommend low THC/high CBD formulations of inhaled flower, vapes, tinctures, or drinks. Edibles such as gummies have a delayed onset, which can make dosing and timing difficult. Too much THC may impair sexual function, so we suggest starting with small amounts of THC. It’s often best to experiment with solo play before intercourse with a partner to dial in the correct dosing.
THC pre-lube
THC pre-lubes such as Fruit of Life One Love Intimate Oil are oil-based THC liquids that will increase blood flow to intimate areas. Apply a small amount to the vulva 20-30 minutes before the desired effect. You will notice a feeling of warmth, swelling, and heightened sensation. When shopping for a THC pre-lube, look for edible formulations and remember that these are meant to function as a vasodilator and not a lubricant. Most THC pre-lubes are oil-based, which means they are not latex condom safe.
Remember to have consent conversations and discuss ground rules prior to any cannabis consumption.
References
- Becky K. Lynn, Julia D. López, Collin Miller, Judy Thompson, E. Cristian Campian, The Relationship between Marijuana Use Prior to Sex and Sexual Function in Women, Sexual Medicine, Volume 7, Issue 2, 2019,
Pages 192-197, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.esxm.2019.01.003. - Becky Lynn, Amy Gee, Luna Zhang, James G. Pfaus, Effects of Cannabinoids on Female Sexual Function, Sexual Medicine Reviews, Volume 8, Issue 1, 2020, Pages 18-27,https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sxmr.2019.07.004.
- Suzanne Mulvehill, Jordan Tishler, Cannabis for female orgasmic disorder/difficulty: a systematic review, Sexual Medicine, Volume 13, Issue 4, August 2025, qfaf061, https://doi.org/10.1093/sexmed/qfaf061
- Moser A, Ballard SM, Jensen J, Averett P. The influence of cannabis on sexual functioning and satisfaction. J Cannabis Res. 2023 Jan 20;5(1):2. doi: 10.1186/s42238-022-00169-2. PMID: 36658600; PMCID: PMC9854104.
- Kasman AM, Bhambhvani HP, Wilson-King G, Eisenberg ML. Assessment of the Association of Cannabis on Female Sexual Function With the Female Sexual Function Index. Sex Med. 2020 Dec;8(4):699-708. doi: 10.1016/j.esxm.2020.06.009. Epub 2020 Jul 23. PMID: 32713800; PMCID: PMC7691883.
