AboutNigel Simmons Expertise I am happy to answer general questions on medicines and hospital care. If possible, please use approved / chemical names rather than brands which are not internationally recognised.
Like all health professionals I am bound by a duty of care which prevents me giving detailed information about medication or treatment of people other than the questioner.
I will endeavour to help wherever possible or point towards more appropriate advice. If however your question crosses too far into patient confidentiality, I hope you will understand why I cannot answer your question.
Consider.. would you want me to discuss your care with a friend or relative without your knowledge?
Experience Registered as a UK pharmacist in 1982 and have worked in a number of hospital and health management posts around the UK. Formerly Chief Pharmacist for a 440 bed general hospital in Cambridgeshire.
Past/Present clients Previously Sysop on CompuServe UK Professionals forum.
Question My husband has recently (a week) been on the above medication. It was prescribed by our Dr. for post traumatic stress disorder. The dosage is low at 37.5 mg. When doing research and reading on sexual side effects we are concerned and wondering if you have any information on this issue. Thank you
Answer Sherry
The following links to the UK clinical specification and patient information leaflet will hopefully put some context to your fears:
As you will see, sexual dysfunction is a not-uncommon side-effect, so while there is a real potential problem, love understanding and a positive approach will help significantly. The worst either of you can do is anticipate the problem as it would only make it worse, or indeed develop where it may not otherwise have done.
I'm not an expert in mental health conditions, but I'm sure that a positive outlook will also help with the PTSD, and in time maybe remove the need for drug therapy, thus removing any sex problems. Your doctor may be able to point you in the direction of supportive therapies if you feel they become necessary, but perhaps understanding and a bit of imagination may be all that is necessary.
