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Antidepressants and Sexual Dysfunction Anonymous
Hi, /fit/. I'm a 20 year old virgin female and have started taking antidepressants for the first time. I am suffering sexual dysfunction side effects and fear I may be on the road to Post SSRI Sexual Dysfunction.

I started taking the SSRI anti depressant Sertraline, a generic of Zoloft, sixteen days ago. I took 25mg for the first seven days, and have been taking 50mg per day since.

In the first week I tried masturbating twice, and was unable to orgasm both times. Four days ago I tried masturbating again, and this time it did next to nothing for me. I stimulate myself in such a way that always gets me off, but it's like my clitoral nerves are numb-- and it's scaring me.

Anyone have experience with this or know what my doctor may be able to do for me to fix this problem? It's not just my libido that's dwindled, I can't get off at all. I don't see my doctor again until July 09; should I wait that long to talk with her about it?

Any advice or anything at all would be appreciated. In b4 "PICS NAO" and "lol, troll."
>> Hankatola !!09SbK9m7bBh
in b4 500+ posts
>> Anonymous
get off them and get boned (preferably by me)

But seriously why do you need anti-depressants? I'm not anti drugs in any way but those have such fucked up side effects that most of the time they aren't worth it.
>> Anonymous
>>183102
I don't want to give the generic, "I almost an hero'd" spiel, so I'll save it. I've been a manic depressant since early childhood and recently decided to finally do something about it. While therapy may be what I truly need, for right now I thought I'd settle on trying drugs to help me out and at least keep me from going back into a low low for a while. However, not being able to enjoy sex for the rest of my life isn't something that would be worth it for me. I've never even had sex before and if taking antidepressants will ruin that experience for me completely, they're not worth it.

Post SSRI Sexual Dysfunction scares the shit out of me. You can take the drug for a few months and end up with ED/Sexual Dysfunction for the rest of your life. I don't know if there's a way to tell if you're at risk for it, though. My doctor didn't mention it, but it's real.
>> Anonymous
PSSD:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=9-6pmsVOe3g&feature=related
This guy was on Prozac for a mere 4 months, and has had permanent sexual dysfunction for the last 11 years and will have it until he dies.
>> Anonymous
>>183116
Go to a therapist, try that first, drugs can fuck you up bad, worse even than what you are afraid of... serious irreversible brain damage? Being a vegetable for the rest of your life? even increased suicidal thoughts/tendencies.

Trust me try therapy or anything else first.
>> Anonymous
>>183099
ssris take weeks for the mood stabilizing/antidepressent effects. the sexual side effects should subside by that time. if not, get put on something else.

but honestly, stop being a fucking nutcase in the first place. too many times people think their irresponsibility and lack of discipline is some mental disorder instead of weakness.
>> Anonymous
Exercise (specifically aerobics) increases seratonin and dopamine. Get on it.
>> Anonymous
>>183118
commentary on youtube from a fucking nutcase is incontrovertible proof of otherwise bullshitted, ludicrous claims.
>> Anonymous
OP another femanon here taking antidepressants
I'm taking Celexa and I did notice a change.
It was harder to achieve an orgasm, at times I just gave up and couldn't get off. That went away though, maybe this will happen to you too? I think you should contact your doctor.

I've regained my libido and I'm able to achieve orgasms again.
>> Anonymous
>>183125
So, everything works normally for you now?

This is a bit tl;dr, but the comments at the bottom are especially troubling.

http://clinpsyc.blogspot.com/2006/12/sexual-side-effects-of-ssris-even-more.html
>> Anonymous
>>183099

Go to a free clinic or something if you can't wait to see your regular doctor.

I'm guessing the only reason you feel like your nerves are "numb" is because there isn't enough blood flowing to your genitals, which is likely caused by the drugs you're taking possibly consisting of something that blocks androgens (testosterone is directly related to sex drive in both genders, if what little testosterone you produce as a female is being blocked, that would be a pretty obvious reason as to why you lost your sex drive and ability to orgasm). I know stuff like this can happen to males who take things like propecia in some cases, because it works to halt hair loss by blocking certain androgens.

Maybe you should just drop your dosage back down to 25mg per day and see how it affects you over the course of about 10 days. It may be that you just don't need 50mg per day. But aside from reducing the dosage or stopping the drugs altogether, there isn't much advice I can give you...and your doctor will likely just tell you the same thing. I mean, if it is specifically the drugs you're taking that cause this then there's really no other solution. The only thing that will change it is if you reduce dosage, cease antidepressants completely, or get a new drug prescribed.

There is another option...sorta. They say large amounts of zinc will increase sex drive in both genders, and it's found in most fresh berries, a lot of red meats, and zinc tablets. But I'm not sure exactly how effective this would be at combating a drug induced decrease in libido. However, if you don't want to stop taking 50mg doses, perhaps you should find a zinc supplement that gives you about 300% your recommended intake and then eat a lot of strawberries on top of that.
>> Anonymous
>>183129
Yeah, it's normal now.

Although I never experienced the numbess you mention in your original post (I think the most I took was 20-30mg?). Your problem seems a lot more serious, please contact your doctor.

Therapy WORKS, it did wonders for me. I feel recuperated. I did therapy and took meds. The meds wont do a miracle, they will help but only with the therapy will you feel like you're really overcoming the disease.
>> Anonymous
Stop taking drugs. Or at least take more entertaining ones.
>> Anonymous
>virgin female

Here is your problem, just come over my house and I'll clear your depression right up.
>> Anonymous
Stop taking those fuckin' drugs. Seriously. I used to take antidepressants and it made me so fucking numb, all the fucking time. Why would you want to be like that?

Just find things that make you happy, and do them often. It's not worth the side effects.
>> Anonymous
I dont understand, why do girls take antidepressants?

You dont even have to work out, have a great personality or be likeable to get laid.

May I suggest you being by re-evaluating your life. Seriously go to the closest mirror, take a pause and ask yourself out loud

"What gives me the fucking right to be so different, why am I on medication, what is wrong with me? Why am I starved for attention?"

If you can't find a guy or girl who will make you feel special its because you have such a low opinion of yourself, and no other reason.

I am constantly on the verge of killing myself, yet every time something bad happens that almost pushes me to the edge, I realise how stupid and self absorbed I am. I enjoy life every single day. And I also hate it. It's what makes each of us human, now shut the fuck up and go and do something thats fun.

If you HAVE to take drugs to live, you might aswell accept your limitations or kill yourself, because you will never be normal anyway, and normal is boring. OP if you had a serious health or mental problem, and not a made up one you would realise this.
>> Anonymous
>>183156
You are a dumbass, kill yourself.
>> Anonymous
I used to take Lexapro and for a brief period, Wellbutrin to help with my anxiety issues. When I started taking Wellbutrin, within a week I noticed far fewer erections and was unable to jack off.

I stopped taking the Wellbutrin, and my psychiatrist agreed that it was probably a good move. I grew skeptical of Lexapro as well...I graduated high school, went to college, ditched the Lexapro, got new friends and wound up happier and much less anxious.

Lost 30 lbs that was likely put on due to the medications...my cholesterol lowered, and I became more fit. Girls became more interested in me, adding to happiness.

I sure don't have an M.D., but from what I can tell, fruits + veggies, exercise and laughter with friends is a far better medicine than anything any pharmaceutical company has ever made.

If you have to masturbate to be able to tell the effects it's having on your reproductive systems, then how do you know it isn't affecting your other systems in similar ways? Watch your weight VERY closely, same with your stools, your skin, your hair, your nails...medications like that just scare the shit out of me now.
>> Anonymous
Different femanon. I've had this problem for a while now.

I've been trying to have kids, but all I get are miscarriage after miscarriage. To deal with the depression, I've been taking Lustral at about the same dosages you have.

I didn't realize it until your post, but every time my husband and I try to conceive it really is just like "going through the motions," and honestly, I don't think I've had an orgasm since I began medication.
>> Anonymous
>>183184
>it really is just like "going through the motions,"

isn't it like that for all "were trying to have a baby so we have sex 10 times a day" sex?
>> Anonymous
>>183168
Your anecdotal evidence is cute. In a "this is such a childish argument" kind of way.

Clinical depression is hormonal imbalance. It does not go away like you think, not with diet or exercise or increased social contact. The imbalance is there, and wreaking it's havoc on your brain.
>> Anonymous
>>183195

Imbalances have root causes. I, too, have kept depression at bay with exercise for ten years. I was on the verge of suicide many times. Drugs were considered by my parents and shrink, since I was a minor back then, but rejected because of my strong objections. Then I found weights.

Face it, fucker, your psychiatry is a band-aid for much deeper issues.

Thanks to you and the "a pill cures everything" crowd, we're a civilization of basketcases once the meds wear off.
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>>183200

You're a retard.

That is all.
>> Anonymous
>>183195
Fantastic defeatist attitude you have going on there. Modern medicine has barely scratched the surface in understanding the way the human body behaves. "Hormonal imbalances" CAN be altered and rebalanced with increased social interaction, exercise and diet AND taking time to explore your own psyche as well as opting for therapy. You really must not have any idea just how important these things are when it comes to mental and physical health.

It takes guts. It takes a will of iron. But it can be done. So fuck this cop-out excuse of chemicals ruling your life and being the only solution to a problem.
>> Anonymous
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I think a lot of people use antidepressants in such a way as to 'numb' their lives.

Don't drug users, and alcoholics do the same?

It's all just another way to escape reality.
>> Anonymous
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Internet doctors, ftw.
>> Anonymous
>>183200

Sounds like you were just some skinny/fat fuck with no self-esteem.
>> Anonymous
>>183213

Your momma dresses you funny.

Thank you. That is all.
>> Anonymous
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I'm a guy who used to take Zoloft and I had this exact same problem. I could still have an orgasm, it would just take FOREVER. Every time I would have sex with my girlfriend or masturbate It would take over two hours to finish if I even could at all. Then right after I stopped taking it I could almost cum on demand for awhile, but that went away. Now I'm back to normal.

On an unrelated note, I wish I could be as cool as Danny Bonaduce. Then I'd never have problems achieving an orgasm.
>> Anonymous
>>183220

Unfit average-looking fuck, same as tons of people. Weight-lifting gave me an outlet and, yeah, a source of pride.

The number of people who honestly have genetically preprogrammed dispositions toward hormonal imbalances that need drug therapy are about as rare as the number of fatties that honestly can't lose weight due to genetics. That's pretty damned rare.

We, as a species, aren't here right now because millions of us had ancestors who needed drug therapy.
>> Anonymous
>>183224

Jesus Christ what the fuck is wrong with that man.(Danny Bonaduce)
>> Hammerknife !7ITukp3Pj2
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Protip:

GET A SECOND OPINION FROM A QUALIFIED MEDICAL DOCTOR.
>> Anonymous
Try opium. That works as a better anti-depressant, with more pleasant side-effects.

Also, Russian scientists found that caning helps produce the endorphins to combat depression. They recommended a mere 30-60 strokes per day, for a few months, and then your body will be used to producing the endorphins.

Those crazy Russians.
>> Anonymous
>>183226
>The number of people who honestly have genetically preprogrammed dispositions toward hormonal imbalances that need drug therapy are about as rare as the number of fatties that honestly can't lose weight due to genetics. That's pretty damned rare.
Source it or stfu.
>> Anonymous
>>183224
I'd kill my own mother to fuck that pink haired bitch.
>> Anonymous
>>183596
Does a lack of social intelligence come to you naturally?
>> Anonymous
>>183602
Does a blatantly ad hominem distracting from the point that all we have in this thread is Scientologists spouting their anti-psychiatric bullshit?
>> Anonymous
>>183613
i read this three times over.

WAT?
>> Johnny W. !!FujYd9M+iKv
I diagnosed myself with Borderline Personality Disorder. (In b4 it's a woman's diagnosis...)

I thought about getting into pills myself, but I was told that a healthy diet with whole foods, exercise, or a b vitamin supplement help out quite a bit when it comes to balancing out brain hormones.

And I masturbate. Frequently. As a matter of fact, I think I'll do it right now.
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>>183132
i've heard about Zinc thing as well... but!
Right now im taking the 3xdose of zinc per day - it was perscribed by my dermatologist. As for sex drive it hasn't changed

Same as OP ones i was on antidepresants (after a suicide attempt) i couldn't bring my self to an orgasm.

I was a very dumb fuck back then... now i have a good social life, go to gym. Though i've resently broken up with my girlfriend, i don't feel sad. She really changed me for the better. Damn im rambling... i guess i feel down now and then, but who doesn't?

BTW going to gym is a great antidepresant especialy to music that suits your mood at the moment
>> Anonymous
>>183626
Read what I was responding to. My follow-up question had the implication that such ad hominem arguments are mere distractions from the amount facts we've not been presented, and as a response the "does "x" come to you naturally?" is partially hidden for sarcastic effect.
>> Anonymous
Watch more porn, eat more, and stop taking pills. THINK LIKE A MAN!
>> Anonymous
>>183634
>I diagnosed myself with Borderline Personality Disorder.

fail
>> Anonymous
Get off the pills and masturbate/have sex a lot. Masturbating is like a natural antidepressant, it releases endorphins, reduces stress and anxiety and also feels delicious. Also, SSRIs don't work very well at all.
>> Anonymous
If you post pics we can diagnose whether you are fuckable or not.
>> Anonymous
Protip: SSRIs are shit.

Take up an Opiate addiction. It cured my depression. Sure i'm completely dependent on my vics and oxies, but I love them so much. They are like food/water.

Opiates completely remove pain of the MIND and BODY. Try them.
>> Johnny W. !!FujYd9M+iKv
>>183895
They also lengthen the time taken to achieve orgasm.
>> Anonymous
>>183905
An opiate high is better than sex anyways. Null point.