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Lactofem Probiotic May Boost SSRI Efficacy & Counteract Sexual Side Effects in Women with Depression (2024 Trial)

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Probiotics may help improve sexual function and reduce depression severity in women treated with SSRIs. Highlights: Depression Prevalence: Approximately 5% of all adults will experience depressive disorder, often accompanied by reduced sexual desire and dysfunction. Study Design: The study was a double-blind randomized clinical trial involving 112 women with depressive disorder treated with SSRIs, comparing …

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A Lesser Known Risk of SSRIs: Lifelong Irreversible Sexual Dysfunction

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A new study reveals that widely prescribed antidepressants may cause persistent erectile dysfunction in a small but significant number of male patients. Key Facts: The study found that serotonergic antidepressants like SSRIs and SNRIs triple the risk of erectile dysfunction (ED) compared to non-users. After stopping the antidepressants, 0.46% of patients (1 out of every …

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