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ANAFRANIL good for sex ? Reply to John L post

Posted by Jeff H. on June 29, 1999, at 20:51:58

> He said Anafranil was great for sex. As I think back on it, I can't decide whether he was being sarcastic, joking, or serious. So, does anyone know? <

John I have been on various doses of Anafranil for over 5 years with litlle side effects except for some weight gain, and excessive (lovely) sweating. Now for the sex part. Any dosage over 200mg (Which is what I started on 5 years ago) will do strange things to your "member" If you are ABLE to get it up, it will stay there for an extended length of time, and you'll be lucky if you can ejaculate. I take only 25mg a night now, and when I plan on having sex, I up it to 50 or 75mg. This helps with total "control" if you catch my drift. It's not a male ego thing..or errr maybe it is. But to answer your question from someone who KNOWS...YES Anafranil can help with your sex life, especially if you have a pre-ejaculation problem... (excuse my being so blunt)

JH

 

What was the question again?

Posted by SJ on June 29, 1999, at 22:43:49

In reply to ANAFRANIL good for sex ? Reply to John L post, posted by Jeff H. on June 29, 1999, at 20:51:58

Amen, Jeff.

My husband takes a high dose of Anafranil with the same "staying power" you described. It sounds good in theory......!....but it's not really all that attractive or desirable after an "extended" period of time. Starts to lose it's appeal from a woman's perspective, you know?

The weight gain has been very dramatic for my husband.

He sees no reason to switch meds, however. He does skip doses for those times in which he thinks he might get "lucky", though. ha ha. I just wish he would reconsider this drug--he's been taking it since it was new (maybe 8 years or so, for OCD). You've given me an idea, though. Maybe if I can talk him into lowering the dose?

Why has Anafranil been prescribed for you?

Incidentally, your post wasn't crude at all, judging from the volume of posts here that complain about sexual side effects.

I read somewhere that (I wish I could gather the energy to search for a reference) that it's common for people with various mental disorders (sorry for the ugly phrase) to end up with each other. I tend to be depressed (which explains why I hang around here), and have been treated for that with various drugs and therapy for nearly a year now. My husband has OCD. What a pair we make! Looking back, I see that my husband probably "rescued" me from a clinical depression when we met 14 years ago. At that time, he was attempting to get help through pastoral counseling, which was of absolutely no help in combatting his particular OCD symptoms.

I think I've started to go off on a tangent here. What was the question again?

SJ


Any dosage over 200mg (Which is what I started on 5 years ago) will do strange things to your "member" If you are ABLE to get it up, it will stay there for an extended length of time, and you'll be lucky if you can ejaculate. I take only 25mg a night now, and when I plan on having sex, I up it to 50 or 75mg. This helps with total "control" if you catch my drift. It's not a male ego thing..or errr maybe it is. But to answer your question from someone who KNOWS...YES Anafranil can help with your sex life, especially if you have a pre-ejaculation problem... (excuse my being so blunt)
>
> JH

 

Re: What was the question again?

Posted by J.Hale on June 30, 1999, at 11:41:46

In reply to What was the question again?, posted by SJ on June 29, 1999, at 22:43:49

> Amen, Jeff.
>
> My husband takes a high dose of Anafranil with the same "staying power" you described. It sounds good in theory......!....but it's not really all that attractive or desirable after an "extended" period of time. Starts to lose it's appeal from a woman's perspective, you know?
>
What dose does your husband take??? I went through my 1st major depression 5 years ago. It was awful...couldnt sleep at all..couldnt eat a thing...lost 20 pounds..thought I had slept with someone in the 80's that I shouldnt have (thought I had aids!) I finally went to a shrink who put me on like 400mg of anafranil, 1mg Klonopin, and Restoril for sleep. Basicallly he knocked me on my ass and yes I did sleep,,,and yes I gain ALL the weight back (and then some) and YES my depression went away for the most part. I am not OCD, but I do have panic/anxiety along with the depression. One thing I hate about the anafranil is that it kind of turns me into a Zombie,,,which is no good ,,since i am in sales. Also the memory thing..geesus how embarassing..I feel like a pothead sometimes. I am looking into satying on the Klonopin, and trying Celexa 40mg. I saw my Doc yesterday, and he gave me a months supply...now all i need are the balls to wean off the anafranil (Which has really been a friend to me) and go for a newer SSRI. Good luck to you. Tell your hubby to go easy on the Anafranil on those nights you decide to make love ! hahahaha

Jeff
> The weight gain has been very dramatic for my husband.
>
> He sees no reason to switch meds, however. He does skip doses for those times in which he thinks he might get "lucky", though. ha ha. I just wish he would reconsider this drug--he's been taking it since it was new (maybe 8 years or so, for OCD). You've given me an idea, though. Maybe if I can talk him into lowering the dose?
>
> Why has Anafranil been prescribed for you?
>
> Incidentally, your post wasn't crude at all, judging from the volume of posts here that complain about sexual side effects.
>
> I read somewhere that (I wish I could gather the energy to search for a reference) that it's common for people with various mental disorders (sorry for the ugly phrase) to end up with each other. I tend to be depressed (which explains why I hang around here), and have been treated for that with various drugs and therapy for nearly a year now. My husband has OCD. What a pair we make! Looking back, I see that my husband probably "rescued" me from a clinical depression when we met 14 years ago. At that time, he was attempting to get help through pastoral counseling, which was of absolutely no help in combatting his particular OCD symptoms.
>
> I think I've started to go off on a tangent here. What was the question again?
>
> SJ
>
>
>
>
> Any dosage over 200mg (Which is what I started on 5 years ago) will do strange things to your "member" If you are ABLE to get it up, it will stay there for an extended length of time, and you'll be lucky if you can ejaculate. I take only 25mg a night now, and when I plan on having sex, I up it to 50 or 75mg. This helps with total "control" if you catch my drift. It's not a male ego thing..or errr maybe it is. But to answer your question from someone who KNOWS...YES Anafranil can help with your sex life, especially if you have a pre-ejaculation problem... (excuse my being so blunt)
> >
> > JH

 

Re: Anafranil & Sex

Posted by Steve on July 2, 1999, at 15:49:49

In reply to Re: What was the question again?, posted by J.Hale on June 30, 1999, at 11:41:46

You know it's funny about Anafranil because to many it is "good" for sex because it "prevents" premature ejaculation. For others (like myself, Anafranil made climaxing almost impossible and frustrating. However it was very effective in fighting my depression. Another negative attribute is Anafranil's uncanny ability to cause dramatic weight gain. I wonder what causes this....


> > Amen, Jeff.
> >
> > My husband takes a high dose of Anafranil with the same "staying power" you described. It sounds good in theory......!....but it's not really all that attractive or desirable after an "extended" period of time. Starts to lose it's appeal from a woman's perspective, you know?
> >
> What dose does your husband take??? I went through my 1st major depression 5 years ago. It was awful...couldnt sleep at all..couldnt eat a thing...lost 20 pounds..thought I had slept with someone in the 80's that I shouldnt have (thought I had aids!) I finally went to a shrink who put me on like 400mg of anafranil, 1mg Klonopin, and Restoril for sleep. Basicallly he knocked me on my ass and yes I did sleep,,,and yes I gain ALL the weight back (and then some) and YES my depression went away for the most part. I am not OCD, but I do have panic/anxiety along with the depression. One thing I hate about the anafranil is that it kind of turns me into a Zombie,,,which is no good ,,since i am in sales. Also the memory thing..geesus how embarassing..I feel like a pothead sometimes. I am looking into satying on the Klonopin, and trying Celexa 40mg. I saw my Doc yesterday, and he gave me a months supply...now all i need are the balls to wean off the anafranil (Which has really been a friend to me) and go for a newer SSRI. Good luck to you. Tell your hubby to go easy on the Anafranil on those nights you decide to make love ! hahahaha
>
> Jeff
> > The weight gain has been very dramatic for my husband.
> >
> > He sees no reason to switch meds, however. He does skip doses for those times in which he thinks he might get "lucky", though. ha ha. I just wish he would reconsider this drug--he's been taking it since it was new (maybe 8 years or so, for OCD). You've given me an idea, though. Maybe if I can talk him into lowering the dose?
> >
> > Why has Anafranil been prescribed for you?
> >
> > Incidentally, your post wasn't crude at all, judging from the volume of posts here that complain about sexual side effects.
> >
> > I read somewhere that (I wish I could gather the energy to search for a reference) that it's common for people with various mental disorders (sorry for the ugly phrase) to end up with each other. I tend to be depressed (which explains why I hang around here), and have been treated for that with various drugs and therapy for nearly a year now. My husband has OCD. What a pair we make! Looking back, I see that my husband probably "rescued" me from a clinical depression when we met 14 years ago. At that time, he was attempting to get help through pastoral counseling, which was of absolutely no help in combatting his particular OCD symptoms.
> >
> > I think I've started to go off on a tangent here. What was the question again?
> >
> > SJ
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Any dosage over 200mg (Which is what I started on 5 years ago) will do strange things to your "member" If you are ABLE to get it up, it will stay there for an extended length of time, and you'll be lucky if you can ejaculate. I take only 25mg a night now, and when I plan on having sex, I up it to 50 or 75mg. This helps with total "control" if you catch my drift. It's not a male ego thing..or errr maybe it is. But to answer your question from someone who KNOWS...YES Anafranil can help with your sex life, especially if you have a pre-ejaculation problem... (excuse my being so blunt)
> > >
> > > JH

 

Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ? Reply to John L post

Posted by JohnL on July 2, 1999, at 17:10:20

In reply to ANAFRANIL good for sex ? Reply to John L post, posted by Jeff H. on June 29, 1999, at 20:51:58

> > He said Anafranil was great for sex. As I think back on it, I can't decide whether he was being sarcastic, joking, or serious. So, does anyone know?
> John I have been on various doses of Anafranil for over 5 years with litlle side effects except for some weight gain, and excessive (lovely) sweating. Now for the sex part. Any dosage over 200mg (Which is what I started on 5 years ago) will do strange things to your "member" If you are ABLE to get it up, it will stay there for an extended length of time, and you'll be lucky if you can ejaculate. I take only 25mg a night now, and when I plan on having sex, I up it to 50 or 75mg. This helps with total "control" if you catch my drift. It's not a male ego thing..or errr maybe it is. But to answer your question from someone who KNOWS...YES Anafranil can help with your sex life, especially if you have a pre-ejaculation problem... (excuse my being so blunt)
>
> JH


So I gather from responses that Anafranil can lengthen the sexual encounter, like SSRIs. I know that feeling real well. It's great for showing an energetic woman who's boss around here. (Joking!) :) But what I'm wondering from those of you guys using Anafranil, how does it affect your drive, desire, libido? SSRIs made me lose all interest in sex. I dreaded the invitation to have it. What effect does Anafranil have on your desire, drive and arousal? Thanks. John.

 

Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ?

Posted by Steve on July 4, 1999, at 15:28:59

In reply to Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ? Reply to John L post, posted by JohnL on July 2, 1999, at 17:10:20

Like most SSRI's Anafranil reduced my drive.

>
> So I gather from responses that Anafranil can lengthen the sexual encounter, like SSRIs. I know that feeling real well. It's great for showing an energetic woman who's boss around here. (Joking!) :) But what I'm wondering from those of you guys using Anafranil, how does it affect your drive, desire, libido? SSRIs made me lose all interest in sex. I dreaded the invitation to have it. What effect does Anafranil have on your desire, drive and arousal? Thanks. John.

 

Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ?

Posted by JH on July 6, 1999, at 19:09:12

In reply to Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ? , posted by Steve on July 4, 1999, at 15:28:59

> I take Klonopin (blue 1mg) along with the Anafranil. Klonopin actually INCREASES my sex drive. Sometimes..I wish I had no sex drive at all, cause it could get me in trouble if I let it (I'm married) but a common side effect of Klonopin is an increase in Libido. Regarding weight gain though, I am an all time high right now..was always the athletic type, now I'm basically a undepressed..lazy ass...there's gotta be some happy medium here somewhere. I feel like a frickin drug addict.
JH

> >
> > So I gather from responses that Anafranil can lengthen the sexual encounter, like SSRIs. I know that feeling real well. It's great for showing an energetic woman who's boss around here. (Joking!) :) But what I'm wondering from those of you guys using Anafranil, how does it affect your drive, desire, libido? SSRIs made me lose all interest in sex. I dreaded the invitation to have it. What effect does Anafranil have on your desire, drive and arousal? Thanks. John.

 

Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ?

Posted by JohnL on July 6, 1999, at 20:09:10

In reply to Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ? , posted by JH on July 6, 1999, at 19:09:12

> > I take Klonopin (blue 1mg) along with the Anafranil. Klonopin actually INCREASES my sex drive. Sometimes..I wish I had no sex drive at all, cause it could get me in trouble if I let it (I'm married) but a common side effect of Klonopin is an increase in Libido. Regarding weight gain though, I am an all time high right now..was always the athletic type, now I'm basically a undepressed..lazy ass...there's gotta be some happy medium here somewhere. I feel like a frickin drug addict.
> JH
>
> > >
> > > So I gather from responses that Anafranil can lengthen the sexual encounter, like SSRIs. I know that feeling real well. It's great for showing an energetic woman who's boss around here. (Joking!) :) But what I'm wondering from those of you guys using Anafranil, how does it affect your drive, desire, libido? SSRIs made me lose all interest in sex. I dreaded the invitation to have it. What effect does Anafranil have on your desire, drive and arousal? Thanks. John.

JH, thanks. Not sure if you meant to sound humorous, but you gave me the first and only laugh of the day. I can relate to your comments so well. I appreciate your light hearted approach. Wow, those are good drugs you have. Maybe I need what you've got! Just kidding, thanks for the smile. JohnL.

 

Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ?

Posted by Steve on July 8, 1999, at 9:12:55

In reply to Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ? , posted by JH on July 6, 1999, at 19:09:12

That's funny, I've been on Klonopin for years and it has never increased my sex drive.


> > I take Klonopin (blue 1mg) along with the Anafranil. Klonopin actually INCREASES my sex drive. Sometimes..I wish I had no sex drive at all, cause it could get me in trouble if I let it (I'm married) but a common side effect of Klonopin is an increase in Libido. Regarding weight gain though, I am an all time high right now..was always the athletic type, now I'm basically a undepressed..lazy ass...there's gotta be some happy medium here somewhere. I feel like a frickin drug addict.
> JH
>
> > >
> > > So I gather from responses that Anafranil can lengthen the sexual encounter, like SSRIs. I know that feeling real well. It's great for showing an energetic woman who's boss around here. (Joking!) :) But what I'm wondering from those of you guys using Anafranil, how does it affect your drive, desire, libido? SSRIs made me lose all interest in sex. I dreaded the invitation to have it. What effect does Anafranil have on your desire, drive and arousal? Thanks. John.

 

Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ?

Posted by J.Hale on July 8, 1999, at 12:35:30

In reply to Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ? , posted by Steve on July 8, 1999, at 9:12:55

> That's funny, I've been on Klonopin for years and it has never increased my sex drive.


> STEVE..DID YOU EVER HAVE A SEX DRIVE TO BEGIN WITH? JUST CURIOUS..LOOK IN THE PDR, THAT'S WHERE YOU'LL FIND THE INCREASED LIBIDO POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECT. EVERYONE IS AFFECTED DIFFERENTLY REGARDING SIDE EFFECTS....OBVIOUSLY

JH
>
> > > I take Klonopin (blue 1mg) along with the Anafranil. Klonopin actually INCREASES my sex drive. Sometimes..I wish I had no sex drive at all, cause it could get me in trouble if I let it (I'm married) but a common side effect of Klonopin is an increase in Libido. Regarding weight gain though, I am an all time high right now..was always the athletic type, now I'm basically a undepressed..lazy ass...there's gotta be some happy medium here somewhere. I feel like a frickin drug addict.
> > JH
> >
> > > >
> > > > So I gather from responses that Anafranil can lengthen the sexual encounter, like SSRIs. I know that feeling real well. It's great for showing an energetic woman who's boss around here. (Joking!) :) But what I'm wondering from those of you guys using Anafranil, how does it affect your drive, desire, libido? SSRIs made me lose all interest in sex. I dreaded the invitation to have it. What effect does Anafranil have on your desire, drive and arousal? Thanks. John.

 

Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ?

Posted by Steve on July 11, 1999, at 10:45:43

In reply to Re: ANAFRANIL good for sex ? , posted by J.Hale on July 8, 1999, at 12:35:30

YES I DID! AND IN THE PDR, KLONOPIN HAS LISTED BOTH INREASED AND DECREASED LIBIDO... SO TAKE THAT FOR WHAT IT'S WORTH (which isn't much)

> > That's funny, I've been on Klonopin for years and it has never increased my sex drive.
>
>
> > STEVE..DID YOU EVER HAVE A SEX DRIVE TO BEGIN WITH? JUST CURIOUS..LOOK IN THE PDR, THAT'S WHERE YOU'LL FIND THE INCREASED LIBIDO POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECT. EVERYONE IS AFFECTED DIFFERENTLY REGARDING SIDE EFFECTS....OBVIOUSLY
>
> JH
> >
> > > > I take Klonopin (blue 1mg) along with the Anafranil. Klonopin actually INCREASES my sex drive. Sometimes..I wish I had no sex drive at all, cause it could get me in trouble if I let it (I'm married) but a common side effect of Klonopin is an increase in Libido. Regarding weight gain though, I am an all time high right now..was always the athletic type, now I'm basically a undepressed..lazy ass...there's gotta be some happy medium here somewhere. I feel like a frickin drug addict.
> > > JH
> > >
> > > > >
> > > > > So I gather from responses that Anafranil can lengthen the sexual encounter, like SSRIs. I know that feeling real well. It's great for showing an energetic woman who's boss around here. (Joking!) :) But what I'm wondering from those of you guys using Anafranil, how does it affect your drive, desire, libido? SSRIs made me lose all interest in sex. I dreaded the invitation to have it. What effect does Anafranil have on your desire, drive and arousal? Thanks. John.

 

Re:Is IT possible for a men never to ejaculation

Posted by kristy on January 18, 2000, at 7:27:28

In reply to What was the question again?, posted by SJ on June 29, 1999, at 22:43:49

This matter has been on my mind for some time ,I have a bofriend Of 6 years , Over the years we have been having sex for 5 of the years . When we first started having sex for the fist year or two ,He never could get realy hard Or stay hard for two long . I assumened it was because, He drank Alote Of alchole , For the last three years We have been have orale sex as will as sex. He has no problm getting hard now or keeping it hard ,We can have sex for hours . The question I am seeking help for is that over 5 years I have never seen himn ejaculat not ones . I could pleasure him for houres and hours on end and still no , So what I need to Know ,is it possble that some men don't have ejaculation. Thanks

 

Re:Is IT possible for a men never to ejaculation

Posted by Jeff on January 19, 2000, at 19:25:44

In reply to Re:Is IT possible for a men never to ejaculation, posted by kristy on January 18, 2000, at 7:27:28

> This matter has been on my mind for some time ,I have a bofriend Of 6 years , Over the years we have been having sex for 5 of the years . When we first started having sex for the fist year or two ,He never could get realy hard Or stay hard for two long . I assumened it was because, He drank Alote Of alchole , For the last three years We have been have orale sex as will as sex. He has no problm getting hard now or keeping it hard ,We can have sex for hours . The question I am seeking help for is that over 5 years I have never seen himn ejaculat not ones . I could pleasure him for houres and hours on end and still no , So what I need to Know ,is it possble that some men don't have ejaculation. Thanks

I think it depends on the dosage of Anafranil that your boyfriend is taking Kristy. If he is having that problem...have him talk to his Doc about cutting back the dosage...this , I am sure will take care of this!

have fun!
Jeff

 

Re:Does Anafralil affects sex in women .

Posted by dalia on March 14, 2000, at 7:19:06

In reply to Re:Is IT possible for a men never to ejaculation, posted by Jeff on January 19, 2000, at 19:25:44

> >
>I have been taking Anafranil for some time.
I WANT JUST TO KNOW . iS ANAFRANIL GOOD FOR SEX IN WOMEN OR IS HARMFUL FOR SEX

 

Re:Does Anafralil affects sex in women .

Posted by Janice on March 15, 2000, at 12:39:22

In reply to Re:Does Anafralil affects sex in women ., posted by dalia on March 14, 2000, at 7:19:06

dalia, there is a thread below about this. Anafranil was very good for my sex drive and my ability to enjoy sex. Janice


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