NCT07182253

Effect of Single Dose of Ashwagandha Root Extract on Sexual Health in Women.

Effects of Ashwagandha Extract (Capsule KSM-66 300 mg) on Sexual Health in Healthy Women: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo- Controlled Study

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 50 (actual)
• Sponsor: SF Research Institute, Inc. · Network
• Sex: Female
• Age: 18 Years – 55 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Accepted

Summary

Sexual health is a key part of a woman's overall physical, emotional, and mental well-being-even in the absence of any medical or psychological problems. It includes aspects such as sexual desire, arousal, satisfaction, and confidence in intimate relationships. Everyday factors like stress, fatigue, work-life balance, and hormonal changes can impact these areas, even in otherwise healthy women. Unfortunately, sexual wellness is often under-discussed in both clinical practice and research, especially for women who are not experiencing a diagnosed disorder. This study is designed to explore whether Ashwagandha root extract (KSM-66), a natural herbal supplement known for its stress-reducing and vitality-enhancing properties, can help support and maintain sexual wellness in healthy adult women. Unlike treatments aimed at correcting dysfunction, this research focuses on enhancing natural sexual function-improving desire, mood, and satisfaction as part of overall health. Participants take either Ashwagandha or a placebo over several weeks, and their experiences are measured using validated tools like the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). Understanding and supporting sexual wellness through natural means can improve not only intimacy and relationship satisfaction, but also self-esteem, mood, and general life satisfaction. By addressing sexual health proactively in healthy individuals, this study contributes to a more complete picture of women's health and well-being.

Conditions

• Female Sexual Health

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT	KSM-66 Ashwagandha® capsule	Two off-white capsules, each containing 300 mg KSM-66 Ashwagandha root extract powder only.
OTHER	Identical Placebo capsule	Two off-white capsules containing starch powder only

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-03-31
• Primary completion: 2025-05-19
• Completion: 2025-05-28
• First posted: 2025-09-19
• Last updated: 2025-12-18

Locations

1 site across 1 country: United States