Androstadienone

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Description

Androstadienone is a type of Pheromone. Chemically it is an Androgen Sexual Steroid Hormone.

 

Biological Function of Androstadienone

Nervous System

 Androstadienone may improve Mood & Mood Disorders in women who subconsciously detect Androstadienone secreted by males.  [1]

 

Sexual System

 Androstadienone may increase Sexual Desire in women who subconsciously detect Androstadienone secreted by men (via the Vomeronasal Organ). This increase in sexual desire is directed at the male secretor of Androstadienone. 

 

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