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I'm on lexapro (escitalopram) 10mg, klonopin 0.75mg and pregalin 75mg daily for my dep and gad since the last 8yrs. i have zero libido. is it the meds?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Lexapro (escitalopram): The SSRI group of antidepressants can affect libido. Talk to your doctor about options, such as Periactin, Wellbutrin, (bupropion) Amantadine, Natural supplements, etc.

Answered 3/18/2015

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