Paula A. asked

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I was using Cipralex 20mg, then my doctor advised me to lower the dose to 15mg, then 10mg, then 5mg (and eventually stop it). After lowering the dose, I noticed some problems: pain in my lower back and a loss of feeling during orgasm when I masturbate. I'm currently taking 5mg and have had this problem for about a month. Can you help me with that? Is this from lowering the dose? Additionally, I went for a general check-up and found my SGPT level to be 90. Is this from Cipralex? I'm also taking multivitamins, vitamin D, and Glucosamine MSM. Is this risky? What should I do?

June 2nd, 2023

Justin G. answered

The loss of feeling during orgasm, known as anorgasmia, is a common side effect of Cipralex at certa...

June 2nd, 2023

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