Posted by Jane Doh on October 24, 2001, at 4:08:58
In reply to Effexor and MALE libido, posted by Peter T on October 24, 2001, at 0:50:07
> I guess I'm asking if there's really any difference in the way Effexor XR affects the sex drive of men and women, b/c I don't think so and I'm curious to know other people's stories...
I'm not quite sure what you're asking, but I thought I'd drop a post and say, unfortunately, yes,what you describe, this is me. Ever since I started with an AD in Nov.99 on Celexa, then to Paxil, and now Effexor at 300mg (was up to 450mg for about 8mos then dropped), I have had zero on the "scoreboard" for a nubile female. I am now 29, but was 27 when I was first put on an AD. It is awful. Used to be very, very easy, shall we say. Now, it's down right work and no touchdowns in 2 years. None. Nada. Even when I go solo. Feels like I won't ever, ever get there.
Sure, there are other drugs to counter-act this. But, I have to temper that with my rapid-cycling, and an eating-disorder that prevents my psyche from allowing me any meds that will cause weight gain (too big of a fear). I'm trapped.
At what cost? Hey, I'm ambivalent for most of the time, except for certain moments when physiology kicks in and I remember what it was like. Only then, do I get very frustrated with all of it. So, not reaching the pinnical is okay and I deal with it by pushing back the feelings of hatred. 2yrs. Maybe it won't last long.
My psychiatrist just informed me that a rapid-cycler shouldn't be on AD's for long periods any way. A light has just flared and I seek it's path up ahead. Cautiously. We'll see - the next appointment, he may decide to wean the AD out of my regiment and I hold my breath for the welcoming effects, but keep holding, for I know of Effexor's reputation by the many posts I've read.
In short, I should be a wildcat, should I not? But, for 2 yrs, I have been afflicted by AD libido depressive side-effects. Hate it, all work and wish I could play.
Jane
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