Medication-Induced Sexual Dysfunction

Drugs That Interfere With Sexual Function

Illicit drugs, over-the-counter and prescription medicines, can be a problem for sexual performance. For example, many painkillers compete with testosterone for the testosterone receptors and thereby cause a decline in sexual responsiveness. Sexual performance can be a fragile thing. When one has sexual problems, it is vital to explore health issues such as cardiovascular issues, diabetes, excessive use of drugs, alcohol, or injury. If no physical challenges are present, there may be an emotional or mental component. In most cases, there are simple solutions. Take the time to visit your physician, find out more, and see our guide: How to Talk To Your Doctor About Sex.

Medications That Can Cause Sexual Issues:

Blood Pressure Medications

Beta-blockers, Verapamil (Calan), Reserpine (Hydropes), Clonidine (Catapres), Methyldopa (Aldomet)

Diuretics

Thiazides, Spironolactone (Aldactone), Hydralazine

Antidepressants

Prozac, Lithium, MOA's, Tricyclics

Stomach Medicine

Tagamet and Zantac, plus other compounds containing Cimetidine and Ranitidine or associated compounds in Anti Cholesterol Drugs

Antipsychotics

Chlorpromazine (Thorazine), Pimozide (Orap), Thiothixine (Navane), Thiordazine (Mellaril), Sulpiride, Haloperidol (haldol), Fluphenazine (Modecate, Prolixin)

Heart Medicine

Clofibrate (Atromid), Gemfibrozil, Diagoxin

Hormones

Estrogen, Progesterone, Proscar, Casodex, Eulexin, Corticosteroids Gonadotropin-releasing antagonists: Zoladex and Lupron

Cytotoxic Agents

Cyclophosphamide, Methotrexate, Roferon Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories

Others

Alprazolam, Amoxapine, Chlordiazepoxide, Sertraline, Paroxetine, Clomipramine, Fluvoxamine, Fluoxetine, Imipramine, Doxepin, Desipramine, Clorprothixine, Bethanidine, Naproxen, Nortriptyline, Thioridazine, Tranylcypromine, Venlafaxine, Citalopram.

Other Areas To Explore

Keep in mind that herbs are also a form of natural drugs, so make sure that when reviewing medications, you also explore the possibility that an herbals supplement may be causing issues with sexual functioning. For more information, please see our related guides:

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