It is never enjoyable to experience side effects linked to taking medication, but when they start affecting your sex life, it is completely normal to feel disconcerted. Fortunately, your pharmacist is always there to help you, no matter what is on your mind!
For you, sexuality has always been a source of joy and fulfillment. Everything has always gone well in that department, but recently, you’ve noticed that your body or mind don’t seem to be on the same page anymore. If this situation sounds familiar, don’t worry too much; first, try to find out if it might possibly be due to medication you are taking.
Most of the time, when medication causes this kind of adverse effect, it is temporary and disappears at the end of treatment. However, stopping your medication is not always the best solution. Read the following before making any decisions.
Taking certain medications can sometimes disrupt a person’s sex life. The sexual side effects that are most often observed are:
Some classes of medication are well known for causing adverse effects of a sexual nature. Such is the case for medication used to treat the following conditions:
Some illnesses can also be the source of a sexual disorder. For example:
Consequently, if you suffer from one of these medical conditions, it is possible that the sexual problem you are experiencing is related to it, and not to the medication you are taking for treatment. A health professional, such as your pharmacist or doctor, can help you shed light on this mystery.
Preventing or treating an illness can sometimes contribute to reducing the impact it has on your sex life.
Certain specific circumstances, such as pregnancy and menopause, can also be the cause.
When we think of medication and sexual side effects, the first drug class that comes to mind (especially for health professionals) is antidepressants. Indeed, a relatively large proportion of those who use this type of treatment will feel its impact on their sex life at one time or another. Loss of desire, loss of genital sensation, difficulty obtaining an erection or having an orgasm are all issues that a person who is treated with antidepressants can experience. However, it must be noted that depression and anxiety, the medical reasons for which this medication is used, are also known for causing such issues. So, which came first, the chicken or the egg? If the problem is caused by the illness, not treating it adequately might make the situation worse, but if it is due to medication, increasing the dose could be more harmful than anything.
This paradox can apply to many other situations aside from depression. That is why it is vital to discuss it with your health professional.
Prudishness often prevents people from bringing up sexual issues with a health professional. However, whatever the origin of these problems (medicinal or not), there are often solutions to be found. Simply discussing them openly with a professional could help you solve them, but if they are indeed due to medication, here are a few things that might be considered:
These days, health professionals, such as your pharmacist or doctor, are equipped to help their patients deal with all sorts of difficulties, including those that involve sexuality. Don’t hesitate to ask them for help. And if the idea of discussing this kind of topic at the pharmacy makes you cringe, ask your pharmacist to meet with you in his or her consultation room. That way, he or she can listen to you, answer all of your questions and advise you with utmost discretion and confidentiality.
If you have a sexual problem and believe it might be due to medication you are taking, here are a few tips:
Whether you’re a woman or a man, it is easier to achieve happiness when all the pieces of your life fit together like a puzzle. So if your sex life is fizzling and you don’t know why, seek answers to your questions. Don’t let shyness prevent you from finding ways to have a exciting and more satisfying sex life!
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