Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (ssris) citalopram (celexa), escitalopram (lexapro), fluoxetine (prozac), paroxetine (paxil) and sertraline (zoloft) Paroxetine has the highest risk of sexual side effects. Everything functions fine, but my drive has been greatly reduced I also feel like my emotions are slightly muted, whereas before i felt emotions very deeply, now they are slightly less intense. Like with other antidepressants, a small percentage of people who use celexa experience sexual side effects The good news is that sexual side effects from celexa are uncommon, and they can usually be treatable by making changes to the way you use your medication.
Saffron's efficacy in reducing sexual side effects of ssris may indicate an alternative or additional mechanism of action, since higher doses of serotonin reuptake inhibitors correspond to greater prevalence of sexual side effects. Antidepressants can cause sexual side effects in several ways Some people might find it difficult to reach orgasm, while others might lose their desire for sex altogether
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