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Can Risperidone And Olanzapine Cause Erectile Dysfunction?
Question: I believe I have become inpotent from taking risperidone and olanzapine is this process reversible.??
Brief Answer:
The side effect is reversible
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for asking from HCM
Risperidone and Olanzapine both are second generation antipsychotic drugs. Risperidone is known to raise prolactin levels in brain and this results in loss of libido and reduced erection. The drugs don't cause permanent damage to body so the side effect is totally reversible. No need to worry.
Thanks. Take care
The side effect is reversible
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for asking from HCM
Risperidone and Olanzapine both are second generation antipsychotic drugs. Risperidone is known to raise prolactin levels in brain and this results in loss of libido and reduced erection. The drugs don't cause permanent damage to body so the side effect is totally reversible. No need to worry.
Thanks. Take care
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