I've been on Wellbutrin for depression for about 3 months, and it has greatly affected my libido, and my sexual preferences in general. I have no sex drive whatsoever, and I don't feel sexually attracted even in the slightest way to anyone. At this point, I'd say I'm verging on asexuality, but since its only started since I've been taking the medication, I'm hoping its just a phase and will pass. Has this happened to anyone else; Wellbutrin is advertised for NOT causing a decrease in sex drive. Does anyone have any tips for what I can do to "appreciate" men again, my life has become excruciatingly mundane now that attraction has fallen off the map. And don't tell me to watch porn, I don't need that kind of a jump start. Thanks
2007-10-31 17:06:20 · 12 answers · asked by yoellis 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Please speak with your doctor. It could be the strength you are taking. Also different people react differently, with more or less severity from any medicines.
You may need to be changed to a different medicine or a combination.
You do not need to suffer this and in fact any decent doctor will work with you to resolve this problem.
You may also want to speak with your pharmacist to get some additional info. and advice
2007-10-31 17:14:43 · answer #1 · answered by shedahudda 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All anti depressants do that, some are not as bad as others. Just tell your doctor what you are experiencing and he'll put you on a different one. I found out that it all has to do with your own body chemistry. I fared better on Elavil than any of the rest and it didn't destroy my libido. An easy way to tell if the meds are too strong for you, try watching a flick that normally tugs on your heart strings, when you get to the place in the movie where you eyes fill with tears and if it doesn't happen, then the meds are way too strong for you.
I always cry at the end of the Dracula movie when they kill him, when I was on Prozac, I could watch the Black Stallion without ever shedding a tear and that's when i discovered it was wrong for my stem.
2007-10-31 17:15:27 · answer #2 · answered by ♫ Bubastes, Cat Goddess♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, low sex drive is a side affect to all anti depressants, regardless of what they say. To some people, it is just a phase, once there body gets use to the drug, then things get back to normal. But, for other people this isn't a phase, they stay this way until they quit taking the medicine. Maybe try to have a relaxing evening with a man that you like. Maybe watch a movie, eat a nice quite dinner, dim the lights and see if maybe that helps. I know that this sounds a little movie like, but you would be surprised what helps. Take it from someone who has been in your shoes. Good Luck!
2007-10-31 17:14:25 · answer #3 · answered by dbd25305 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a question for your doctor or psychiatrist. He or she may be able to alter the dosage or find another Rx that works better for you. While it may seem "common knowledge" that meds in the wellbutrin family do not affect libido, there are always lots of exceptions. There could be other reasons for reduced libido as well. The most important thing at the moment is to keep your depression under control, right?
Feel better!
2007-10-31 17:12:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This happened to me. It got to the point where I couldn't feel anything emotionally, I was just blank.
This pill you are on is not the one for you if you are having this happen. Those meds are supposed to balance you out so you don't feel overwhelmed and can learn to deal with the things causing your depression. Tell the doctor what is going on and have them ease you on to something else. In the end you may find that you are not a pill person and your depression needs to be managed in some other way, such as through counciling.
2007-10-31 17:14:32 · answer #5 · answered by Star X 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not feeling sexually attracted to anyone would be as a result of the depression
Loss of your libido would be as a result of the anti depressants.
Talk to your doctor-some have 'better' side effects than others. He may be able to suggest one that doesn't lower your libido as much
Try and get through the tunnel of depression and your appreciation of men should start afresh
If you want to talk further email me
2007-10-31 17:34:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Which came first? The chicken or the egg? That's the dilemma I see in this question. Anyone who is depressed will have a decreased libido even without medication, but you are treating the depression with medication. The way I see it, it's the depression that's affecting you and not the medication. Try alternate methods of treating depression. Group therapy, counseling, and my favorite... believe in yourself!!! Life's to short to be depressed. Deal with it and move on.
2007-10-31 17:29:43 · answer #7 · answered by Alexis B 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Talk to your doctor and try a different type. Antidepressants are supposed to get you back to normal again and being asexual probably isn't normal. Medication affects everyone differently and one that normally causes decrease in libido may have no affect on you. It's hard to say.
2007-10-31 17:10:02 · answer #8 · answered by Heather 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every drug that affects mood conditions has the same effect on libido.
My opinion, never mind that you are depressed :do sex by leave the drag in the pharmacy.
Frigidity just may produce a further depression in you if you feel libido is crucial.
2007-10-31 17:12:07 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sounds like the pill isn't working- cause that is depressing.
There are always people who have opposite reactions to drugs.
Try therapy instead of drugs for your depression. Seems like a lot of doctors feel it is okay to just write a prescription and let it go at that.
2007-10-31 17:11:49 · answer #10 · answered by ditdit 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋