Anti Anxiety without sexual side effects??

[Richs28]

Hi there, ive been trying lexapro for the past 6 weeks or so to combat my stints of anxiety. Although i feel slightly better from the medication i cant handle the sexual side effects. Im in a new relationship and for love nor money i just cant orgasm. My sex drive is much lower too. Has anyone had experiences from other medications that dont give these side effects?

Many thanks

[Richs28]

Ive heard Wellbutrin is an option if your having the sexual side effects. Although the lexapro seemed to work quite well i fear my relationship will just go up in smoke as a result. Do you get positive results from wellbutrin? Is it a long term or short term medication? Will have to discuss with my doctor.

[JGF25]

I was in the same boat you are in.  I just wasn't willing to have my sex life messed with so we tried Wellbutrin.  It is a SNRI rather than a SSRI and It has worked well for me and best of all....I can have an orgasm on it.  So something to discuss with your prescribing doctor.

[updownleftright]

Many people experience the side effect you're experiencing on lexapro or other SSRI's. For something like this you're going to have to look at the pros and cons of the medication you're on and along with your doctor decide what's best for you. Your Dr might be able to prescribe you something else in the same drug family that might suit you better.