Lexapro and sex drive: is there a connection?

hey! no idea if this is a side effect, because im also on another medication, but would lexapro lower ones sex drive (tmi i suppose sorry). thank you!!

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FieryRedhead

2y ago

Yes and it sucks 😥

Ashleyphoenix

2y ago

Yeah you're not alone, it's a side effect I experience too 😕

finn666

2y ago

@Peony i literally am in the same boat. Taking lexapro and birth control and literally cant tell if theyre both doing it or what 😭 but i totally get you its super worth it

Peony

2y ago

i definitely experience this! it didn’t help that i was also on birth control for the last four years but i guess when i think about how i felt off of meds i think it’s worth it

Wintie

2y ago

I have not experienced it but it is different for everyone .. I'd definitely schedule an appointment asap if it is worrisome or bothering you. 💗

CmcC

2y ago

Yes I think it is!

Goose33

2y ago

yes, this was a pretty major side effect for me, and unfortunately it hasn’t gotten much better with time. if you have a partner, I would definitely recommend communicating with them about it, as an understanding partner can make a really helpful difference in dealing with this.

Flow

2y ago

Hi, haven’t experienced that side effect but I know it’s one of the things they tell you to look out for when taking lexapro. So definitely worth discussing with your doctor

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