Trying to reduce my sex drive, is upping my dosage likely to help?

Posted 5 years ago, 4 users are following.

andrew4821

andrew4821

Hi all, I'm new here. I know this is a bit of an unusual question, but I'm trying to reduce my limbo as it's a cause of my depression (in my opinion).

When I first started Citalopram, I was on 10mg, I lost all interest in sex for a few weeks, it felt great. But it came back after that, upping to 20mg made no difference.

I'm not wondering if asking my doctor to up me to 30mg or 40mg is likely to help me get rid of it for good. I know a high SSRI dose is a much safer option than antiandrogens, especially considering I have anxiety and depression. Thank you.

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dee35726 andrew4821

Posted 5 years ago

Well it certainly worked for me. My mismatch with partner caused me distress and taking citalopram definitely took it away for me on 10 then 20 mg
kelly58470 andrew4821

Posted 5 years ago

I think it varies from person to person, and there would be no way to know unless you try it.
I was on 40 mg, and, for me personally, it did not decrease my sex drive. But I have read many reviews where it has for other people.
Are you also having symptoms of anxiety and depression, or does the 20 mg work for that?
- andrew4821 kelly58470
  
  Posted 5 years ago
  
  Thanks for your reply.
  Yes I also have anxiety and the Citalopram has helped, but not hugely. That's why I also wonder if an increase will do "more good".

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