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Suggest Treatment For Low Libido While On Cymbalta

W bihat if any are the sexual side effects of this med? I have has a poor experience with Cymbalta. Actually, it helped my depression but totally killed my sex functioning. In order to engage in sex activity, I had to eliminate Cymbalta dosage for 24 to 36 hours.
Fri, 21 Sep 2018
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Hi,

Yes, it may cause erectile dysfunction. Therefore, you may take alternate medication under your doctor advice.

You can take antidepressants. It is possible to solve the issue by taking your medicine after the time of day you normally engage in sexual intercourse. The downside to this method is that sex is less spontaneous.

As a general rule, it can take weeks or even months for these side effects to go away. Patience is key when managing sexual side effects. It can take your body time to adjust to antidepressants.

If not improved please consult your treating doctor, he may advise OTC drugs for this problem.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu,
Internal Medicine Specialist
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Suggest Treatment For Low Libido While On Cymbalta

Hi, Yes, it may cause erectile dysfunction. Therefore, you may take alternate medication under your doctor advice. You can take antidepressants. It is possible to solve the issue by taking your medicine after the time of day you normally engage in sexual intercourse. The downside to this method is that sex is less spontaneous. As a general rule, it can take weeks or even months for these side effects to go away. Patience is key when managing sexual side effects. It can take your body time to adjust to antidepressants. If not improved please consult your treating doctor, he may advise OTC drugs for this problem. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist