Are there any tricks or products I can take to increase it? Can a pharmacist change my anti-anxiety medication for one that has a negative impact on my libido?
22-year-old woman
Hello, I have been taking anti-anxiety medication for the past 3-4 years due to my performance anxiety related to school. I had a high libido before my anxiety problem. Since I started the anxiety (about 5 years ago) my mind was elsewhere, so I started the anti-anxiety medication prescribed by my doctor. My anxiety is now under control, but I have a very low libido. I never think about doing a sexual act since I've been in a couple for 2 and a half years. I am very attracted to my boyfriend, but I could abstain for at least 1 month or more if it was just me. I love doing it, but it's never wanting it like I did 5 years ago. I also believe that my decreased anxiety comes from being tired, I can sleep 5 hours or even 8 to 12 hours in my night and I will be just as tired when I wake up and in my day.
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22-year-old woman · a year ago
I was wrong, I have been on anti-anxiety medication for about 3 years, I started to see more seriously that I had anxiety about 4 years ago. I realized that it was anxiety because I was having trouble swallowing my meals. We took steps and a professional confirmed that I had stomach ulcers that were caused by anxiety. Also, as a handy piece of information, I started having sex at the age of 14.
Naji-tom Samaha · a year ago
Hello madam, indeed some antidepressants can affect libido. I strongly suggest that you discuss the issue with your pharmacist who can suggest alternatives or adjustments to your doctor and ensure a close follow-up with you.
Are you also undergoing treatment with a psychologist or psychotherapist?
22-year-old woman · a year ago
My family doctor retired this year. I was wondering if the pharmacist can make changes to prescriptions in this regard without going through a doctor.
Naji-tom Samaha · a year ago
The pharmacist can adjust the dose in case of an adverse reaction or to reach a treatment target but cannot start a new treatment.
22-year-old woman · a year ago
Great! Thank you very much for your help!
Naji-tom Samaha · a year ago
We'd love to!
Tom Samaha, pharmacist
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