Nearly everyone I know who are on antidepressants have some level of sexual side effects. I understand that medications have side effects, but I've been on many different antidepressants over the past 3 years and it seems that I have problems with orgasms. I either have very muted orgasms or nothing at all.My question: How do you deal with the sexual side effects? My doctor has tried dosage adjustments, drug changes, all sorts of different combinations of drugs, but it seems that antidepressants affect my orgasm trigger. Please serious answers only. Thanks. If you were able to overcome this problem, how do you do it?I give all the medications a fair trial, none was less than 3 months. It was my doctor who decides when it's proper to make a change. I've been on antidepressants for years and side effects are part of the drug trial. This question only addressed the sexual side effects and how to deal with it. I'm fully aware of what is a fair trial of these meds. Please, I'm not look for an opinion on just side effects. I would assume that most of the people on an antidepressant will relate to this and they might have some useful advice on how to deal with issues specifically sexual side effects.

[melisadenny]

You will probably find this with all SSRI's you try, unfortunately. Sometimes lowering the dose helps, but you may still have a "muted" orgasm. Have you ever discussed the antidepressant Wellbutrin with your doctor? It is not an SSRI and has fewer sexual side effects. I have been on it for 4 years and I would never go back to an SSRI.

[ChrisGalang]

If switching isn't an option for you, like if you are breast feeding, I would suggest a little self love first and see if you can orgasm that way. I personally have no issue with zoloft, but have had issues with others. Talking to your doctor is important because sex is important to the relationship. Both for you and your partner. What do most couples fight about- sex and finances. Your quality of life and relationships are also an important aspect to healthy mental health. Arguing about sex is a killer

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[janice201149]

Sexual side effects are common with antidepressants in both men and women. So your concern is understandable. The severity of sexual side effects depends on the individual and the specific type and dose of antidepressant.