Posted by sltex on March 19, 2004, at 18:21:07
In reply to Sexual Dysfunction and Lexapro? Need Feedback, posted by sideorder on March 19, 2004, at 16:23:05
> I was just prescribed Lexapro by my doctor for general stress/anxiety reduction. I was told that the sexual side effects were minimal...primarily "ejaclatory delay" (and only happens to a small precentage).... I guess if it's "delayed", it wouldn't be that big of a deal---just so it eventually happens. Also wondering if it causes any erectile dysfunction or decreased libido. I really don't want to become sexually dysfunctional in any way. Any men out there taking Lexapro (or women who are with men taking Lexapro) that can give me the lowdown? I have a VERY healthy sex life with my girlfriend and hate to see it take a turn just because I'm taking an anti-anxiety drug. Any advice/comments or feedback would be appreciated. Also, don't even know if I'm "posting" in the right place...I'm totally new to this.
> I am a guy who's been on Lexapro for about 5 weeks. I too have had a very healthy, terrific sex life (with my wife). I too am new to this posting stuff. My experience is that there's a bit of a reduced libido, although certainly not too bad, no ED, but the delayed ejaculation has been distressing for both me and for my wife. I am trying to be patient with this side effect. I started out on Effexor and it was much worse with ED and no ejaculation, so Lex is better but certainly the delayed ejaculation side effects are there, but I am committed to get over the depression.
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