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Is it a good idea for someone on antipsychotics to take testosterone medication because of the side effect of the antipsychotics which reduce the libido?

Q: is it a good idea for someone on antipsychotics to take testosterone medication because of the side effect of the antipsychotics which reduce the libido?

: Do not take any medications, including herbals, over the counter drugs or supplements without consulting with the doctor prescribing you antipsychotics.

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Do not take any medications, including herbals, over the counter drugs or supplements without consulting with the doctor prescribing you antipsychotics.

Dr Tandan agreed

Answered 12/19/2021

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

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Answered 12/24/2021

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A member asked:

Is it a good idea for someone on antipsychotics to take testosterone medication because of the side effect of the antipsychotics which reduce the libido?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Tandan agreed

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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