Posted by robot on August 2, 2004, at 1:34:55
I have been on Lexapro for almost 5 months, and there has been one constant--that of a nearly zero libido and the virtual impossibility of achieving orgasm.
Here's what I have tried:VIAGRA
I dont think viagra tweaks the problem of SSRI induced sexual dysfunction. The free sample given to me didnt do a thing. I think it just helps with the mechanical problem of having an erection (not desire or orgasm), and I didnt even notice it helping with that.
HERBS - part 1
Ginkgo Biloba - Nope.
"Steel Libido" by Irwin Naturals
This cocktail of aphrodisiac herbs d/n do a thing for me.SUPPLEMENTS
Amino acid Arginine- Nothing, but I didnt try it long term.
HERBS - part 2
The one thing that has worked for me--every time--is smoking marijuana. I was able to get excited and orgasm--brilliantly. Even if I didnt have sexual problems, Im glad Ive done this just so Ive experienced orgasm after smoking pot.FOODS
Cod Liver Oil
A couple of tablespoons daily off and on. I think this is definitely helping. I take Carlson Norwegian Cod Liver Oil (With Lemon, so it doesnt taste bad at all!). The body needs the essential fatty acids to make stuff like semen. Also is essential for yr brain.
*HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Is any one else trying this?Spirulina
This mega-food is pretty cheap (I get it from a dispenser at my health food store) and I think its helped too. The problem ive encountered is its makes me feel mentally fuzzy-I cant remember things, cant follow chains of thought, etc. i have these problems anyway, but this stuff seems to make it worse. It could be the Phenylalanine content, which Ive heard bad things about (though some recommend it as an antidepressant and, of course, as a sexual stimulant).
has anyone else tried this?
WELLBUTRINIve been on XL 150mg for a couple weeks. It seems like its made some difference. We'll see.
WAITING...
One last piece of advice to myself and others who have this most frustrating problem: dont try everyday. Try to wait a few days between trying to have sex. That little desire that you still have will build up and it just might be enough. There is no point in trying alot and just getting more frustrated. Avoid the stress of it, which certainly wont help you with impotence problems, and just be patient...
poster:robot
thread:373048
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