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Q: Depression Meds=no Sex Drive??

asked by: kelly07 on September 12th, 2005

New User

I have been taking depression and anxiety medicines for about 2yrs now(ever since I got pregnant). They are such a life saver for me and control my moods and lack there of. But I am concerned that they are causing a chemical/ hormonal imbalance. I have completely loss all sexual drive, and my fiance has had just about enough. Any suggestions on any over the counter herbal remedies.

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Grnbear1991

replied on October 15th, 2005

New User

Low Sex Drive

I to had that same problem with meds that I was taking for depression. It took alittle bit of time but I finally found one that has no sexual side affects, it is called remeron. It works great and there are no issues with itamacy. Trust me I know..... So talk to you doctor about it and give it a try and if you do I am sure you will be back to your normal sexual self in no time

OaTmEaLfAiRy

replied on October 16th, 2005

Experienced User

Going Herbal?

Yeah, I don't think it's a very bright idea to use herbs with anti-depressants. But you should probably talk to your doctor, maybe he/she can switch your meds to something that will work equally as well but boost your libido. Be brave (i know how hard it can be to switch meds after taking one that actually works for you!) and good luck!

little Debbie

replied on November 2nd, 2005

New User

Natural Vs. Man Made

I was given lexapro to help with depression. I decided to use something natural. My chiropracter,who uses kinesiology testing, gave me something to boost the serotonin in my brain. This kinesiology works! I don't know how but he has helped me with fatigue, joint pain,and stomach problems in the past. I'll let you know if this helps me out of this depression.

Crazynurse

replied on November 3rd, 2005

New User

Wellbutrin. I've heard it can even increase your sex drive!

edplisner

replied on November 13th, 2005

New User

I have to say I think it's a bad cal lto start messing with herbal substances that play wit hserotonin, especially when she's already taking an ssri (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor)...In response to you question, the decreased sex drive is a side effect of the increased serotonin, should subside in <3 months...

jack--0

replied on November 17th, 2005

New User

That's only with the ssri's and some others. Talk to your doc. About this and see if you can switch. Ther's pleanty out there. Maybe a tetracyclic or tricyclic. As far as I know, they don't affect you sexually.

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