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Do antihistamines like xyzal (levocetirizine) and acne medications like doxol that contain doxycycline reduce the sexual drive/testosterone in the body ?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Xyzal (levocetirizine): Although there are many causes for reduced libido, xyzal (levocetirizine) can potentially cause fatigue and sedation in a small % of people leading to reduced sex drive. Try without it for a couple of days and see if the tiger gets awakened. Neither affects testosterone production or effect.

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Answered 6/12/2017

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