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| Year : 2012 | Volume
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| Issue : 1 | Page : 28-31 |
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Review of sexual dysfunction due to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
P Srilakshmi1, L Versi2
1 Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Institute of Mental Health, Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, India
2 Postgraduate in Psychiatry, Institute of Mental Health, Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, India
Correspondence Address:
P Srilakshmi
Flat no-403, Elegant Cove Apartments, Sai Sagar Enclave, Hasmathpet, Secundrabad-500009. Andhra Pradesh
India
 Source of Support: None, Conflict of Interest: None
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Sexual dysfunction due to use of selective serotonin reuptake (SSRI) are reported since the time they have been introduced in the 1980's. Studies have shown the prevalence to be in the range of 30-70%. They effect all phases of sexual functioning and have been found to persist long after the drug has been withdrawn. Persisting sexual dysfunction leads to non compliance with treatment and has a negative impact on the quality of life. Various methods have been documented on how to reduce this effect. Commonly used methods are switching the antidepressants or adding another drug to counter this side effect.
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