[Erectile dysfunction in depression and under treatment with antidepressants -- current treatment options]
Publisher DOI
PubMed ID
16485218
Abstract
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common problem in the general population, but also a symptom of both treated and untreated depression. As a side effect of antidepressant medication, erectile dysfunction appears to be one of the principal reasons for discontinuing antidepressant treatment. Avoiding or switching antidepressants is problematic, as this may lead to an increase in depressive symptoms. Our review shows that oral phosphodiesterase inhibitors are an option in treating both ED resulting from depression and from antidepressant medication.
Date Issued
2006
Publication Type
Article
Language(s)
en
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Additional Credits
Journal
Fortschritte der Neurologie, Psychiatrie
Publisher
Thieme
ISSN
0720-4299
ISBN
16485218
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