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How does prozac (fluoxetine) cause impotence?
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Ssri sexual dysfunct: Medications that affect serotonin ssri, like Prozac (fluoxetine) can reduce sexual interest (libido) and cause delayed orgasm. It is uncommon to cause erectile dysfunction except for just loss of interest. These meds help people feel content which may be the reason they are satisfied with less sex. There are several things that can be done to help. Talk with your prescriber about alternative treatments.
Answered 10/29/2017
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?mechanism: Do not know mechanism of impotence, but reports are that impotence occurs in 7% of subjects taking the medication.
Answered 5/7/2016
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