title: Changes in sexual function secondary to medication effects.
abstract: Over 200 medications have been cited in case reports, prescribing literature or controlled studies as possibly impacting sexual function (1). Recognizing and treating these side effects is important for patient medication adherence and overall quality of care. The following article provides suggestions for evaluating the impact of medications on sexual function, as well as possible interventions. A table is included which lists medications suspected to cause changes in sexual function and the side effects with their relative frequencies.
authors.affiliation: Psychology, James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Johnson City, Tennessee, USA.
authors.forename: W W
authors.initials: WW
authors.lastname: Finger
authors.forename: M A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Slagle