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Do antidepressants and birth control pill affect libido?

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I need your comments on the medications that affect libido. Mention some common drugs, such as antidepressants and birth control pills that can affect the sex drive.
Answered by Dr. Albana Greca

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Dr. Albana Greca is a Family Physician and a General Practitioner with 19 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at the University of Tirana and MMedSc at the University of Malaya. She provides comprehensive health care for people of all ages. Currently, she is practising in Albania. 

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Antidepressants and antipsychotic medication are known to decrease libido, causing low sex desire.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Nithila. A
Published At August 11, 2019
Reviewed At September 16, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Albana Greca is a Family Physician and a General Practitioner with 19 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at the University of Tirana and MMedSc at the University of Malaya. She provides comprehensive health care for people of all ages. Currently, she is practising in Albania. 

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BDS

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Dr. Nithila. A is a Dental Surgeon with four years of clinical experience. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Dental Surgery at RVS Dental College, Coimbatore, and has clinical experience working in a dental clinic for four months. Currently, she is working at Healthy smile dental care, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.

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Dr. Albana Greca is a Family Physician and a General Practitioner with 19 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at the University of Tirana and MMedSc at the University of Malaya. She provides comprehensive health care for people of all ages. Currently, she is practising in Albania. 

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