How do you manage SSRI sexual dysfunction?

For some men, taking sildenafil (Viagra) or tadalafil (Cialis) can alleviate SSRI-induced erectile dysfunction. For women, these drugs haven’t proven very helpful. However, men and women may both benefit from adding bupropion to their treatment.

Can SSRIs cause sexual dysfunction?

However, these drugs can interfere with different aspects of sexual functioning, including desire, arousal, and orgasm [1,2]. SSRI-induced sexual dysfunction occurs in both males and females, and can lead to nonadherence. The frequency of sexual side effects may vary among the different SSRIs.

How often do SSRI cause sexual dysfunction?

Balon6 suggested that the incidence of SSRI-associated sexual dysfunction is 30% to 50%, although others have reported higher incidences. Few quality studies have focused on identifying the ex- act nature and causes of SSRI treatment-emergent sexual dysfunction.

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Which SSRIs have the greatest risk of sexual dysfunction?

This study evaluated primary literature from 1997 to 2015 to identify SSRI-related sexual side effects, therapeutic alternatives, and treatment strategies. The results indicate that paroxetine is associated with the greatest rate of sexual dysfunction among the SSRIs.

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Do SSRI’s cause ejaculation problems?

A study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine looked into this ejaculation problem in a little more detail to see how it works. First, they compared rats’ sexual performance before and after being dosed with an SSRI and confirmed that SSRIs reduce sexual performance.

Do SSRIs cause erectile dysfunction and low sex drive?

From low sex drive and an inability to form emotional bonds to an insensitive penis and an inability to ejaculate, SSRIs pack a wallop when it comes to poor sexual health. If you’re using SSRIs and erections are hard to come by, I recommend getting off the drug and finding natural solutions instead.

What is post-SSRI sexual dysfunction (PSSD)?

Unfortunately for male users, the Post-SSRI sexual dysfunction (PSSD) caused by these SSRIs are often erection related. Penile sensitivity is reduced, often drastically, erections become impossible to maintain, the ability to ejaculate during sex is delayed, or even lost entirely…