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hey i'm on antidepressants and they're ruining my sex life! i have tried several different types but doesn't seem to matter which ones i have, i can't orgasm! i find it extremely frustrating as my partner and i had a terrific sex life before.

i don't know what to do because i can't go on having lousy sex but also don't want to stop the meds!

any advice?
Posted on 08/13/09, 03:08 am
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Reply #1 - 08/13/09  9:02am
" ..you need to weigh up what is more important......feeling ok in yourself mentally or having those mind blowing orgasms.....

..in my opinion,..ya just need to work a little harder to get there..but it's worth it.....trust me........xo. "
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Reply #2 - 08/13/09  9:12am
" My spouse has similar issues and NEEDS an aide to get there. I bought her a nice lil vibe that works for her. Consider other alternatives. Remember it is NOT you... it is the meds, and yes those meds are important. SO like Luci said... just keep trying I think you will get there.

Godd luck "
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Reply #3 - 08/13/09  9:33am
" I am on Wellbutrin and supposedly according to my Doctors, it not only doesn't have the sexual side effects but according to them, helps with the sexual side of things by helping erections, so at least for men it is supposed to be good.

You might want to talk to your doctor about options. also, you might try different things to get you to have an orgasm... Such as oral, toys, etc. "
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Reply #4 - 08/13/09  10:24am
" Hey Gomez
I was put on Wellbutrin once for the same issue; didnt work for me, but its supposed to be the best. I know I was already too focused on the problem itself that only made it worse.

I would actually skip a pill trying to be as clean as possible for intercourse; sometimes worked but would not recommend it.

Today Im completely off antidepressants and still still take quite long to ejaculate.
I suppose its more psycological. "
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Reply #5 - 08/13/09  11:40am
" What anti depressant class are you taking? specific drug classes have different effects on the sex drive. i would suggest always trying new drugs even if they are in the same drug class. "
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Reply #6 - 08/13/09  11:41am
" UI know for me when i took cymbalta my iq literally dropped 25 points i got headaches all of the time and deff wasnt in the mood for sex or masturbation. "
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Reply #7 - 08/13/09  6:22pm
" my wife's been on anti-depressants since before we met, and while it doesn't ruin the sex, it definitely drains her sex drive....when we have it, it is mind blowing, and she always has multiples....it's just a matter of going sometimes 9 months in between! (Like up until last nite!) "
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Reply #8 - 08/13/09  8:02pm
" Give up the meds and get on a physical exercise regimen, if you're able. Work out at the gym, ride bicycle, run. Exercise releases powerful endorphins that are great antidepressants, great for libido, great for everything.

The other tangible benefit, of course, is that your body will get slim and toned (which your SO will love). The two of you exercise together. It'll be great fun and you'll have amazingly deep conversations, which will help your relationship in and out of the bedroom. "
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Reply #9 - 08/13/09  8:11pm
" I had a similar experience, I was on Wellburtrin which is not suppose to effect it (yeah right) I had to start implementing most holistic methods so I didn't have to take them. Also, when I was taking them I would go to the chiropractors and get a biocranial therapy release, which REALLY helps regulate those hormones so they stay balanced and are not affecting the testosterone as heavily as they could be (yes, woman have it too) also there is now a device that has been approved by FDA for female dysfunction, called EROS clitoral therapy device, the only one to be approved I believe, maybe you should look into it. "
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Reply #10 - 10/19/09  11:36pm
" i'm having the same issues, i'm trying to get pills for ED, cause all my anto depressers and anxeitors is killing my sex drive, and i'm 23 "

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