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mike44235
mike44235

Male 38 years old, fibro sufferer. Question is, I've been prescribed amitriptyline, currently on 40mg. But I've found they have demolished my sex drive, both mentally and physically. They do help with the pains, but I'm not willing to write off my sex life just yet. Is anyone (men obviously) had the same problem, or can anyone recommend a medication that doesn't have this side effect. It's really getting me down. Regards, Mike.

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  • chris11339
    chris11339 mike44235

    Posted

    Hi Mike

    sorry to hear of your problem but my brother - in-law had the same problem with antidepressant medication and it did the same to him how long have you been taken it as with my B-I-L once the medication was in his system it sorted itself out and things returned to normal

    my sister was desperate for a baby this is how I knew this information lol just incase u think gosh how did I know that we are very close and she needed someone to talk to and who better than her sis

    • mike44235
      mike44235 chris11339

      Posted

      Hi Chris, thanks for the reply. I think I've been taking them for about 4 months roughly. And just noticed myself becoming less and less interested.... which wasn't like me at all. I'm going to go back to the doctors on Monday and discuss things again. Thanks again.
  • christine26761
    christine26761 mike44235

    Posted

    That med is my best friend, but I only take it once a day at 7pm...I was on a higher dose once years ago..too much zombie like feelings..I've been on it over 16 years now..good sleep..no pain..must be woken up..once up..excellent..hope it helps...apart from dry mouth in the night...remedied by water on nightstand..no other side effects...,have a lovely weekend.,God bless.,:-) xxxx
  • Bee70
    Bee70 mike44235

    Posted

    Hi Mike

    I found taking any meds made me feel low and I gained so much weight. I tend to steer clear of meds and try alternative remedies. It all depends from person to person what works.

    Try CBT therapy which helps you to deal with the pains in a mindful way.  Your still young and giving up sex is not fair.

    Hope you find out some help for you soon.

    Take care wink x

     

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