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Narrator:

Ten years ago, when Dan Collins suffered from depression, he took Prozac. It helped him mentally, but it also affected him sexually.

Dan Collins:

Using Prozac sort of almost, you might say, had the effect of alcohol in the sense that I found an enhanced desire and diminished performance.

Narrator:

Prozac's not the only antidepressant with a sexual side effect.

Dana S. Simpler, MD:

The most common ones are the SSRI's which include Prozac, Paxil, and Zoloft.

Narrator:

Blood pressure medications classified as beta blockers or diuretics, and even some over-the-counter heartburn drugs are culprits. Side effects range from erectile dysfunction to sexual disinterest. Doctor Dana simpler says many patients don't connect their sexual symptoms with their medication, especially women.

Dana S. Simpler, MD:

For a man, it's more obvious if he's having sexual problems, but for a woman, it may be more subtle. She may not realize that her reduction in sexual sensitivity is actually a side effect of the medication.

Narrator:

Not everyone experiences sexual side effects. Even if you do, the symptoms may subside. If not, check with your doctor or pharmacist. A slight change in your medication can make a big change in your libido.

Dan Collins:

If I fell into an issue where I needed medication again for depression, then I might be more apt to say, well, what are other, some of the other drugs now that are on the market?

Dana S. Simpler, MD:

It's rare that a patient can't have some kind of adjustment to their medicine or an addition of a medicine that will correct the problem.

Narrator:

In other words, even when it comes to sex, there's a plan b. For WebMD, I'm Sandee LaMotte.

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