[Erectile dysfunction in depression and under treatment with antidepressants -- current treatment options].
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.
Walther
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Psychiatrische Universitätsklinik der Charité im St. Hedwig Krankenhaus, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Campus Mitte. Sebastian.Walther@gef.be.ch
Mahlberg
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D000328:Adult; D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003866:Depressive Disorder / Q000150:complications* / Q000188:drug therapy*; D007172:Erectile Dysfunction / Q000139:chemically induced*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male
D000928:Antidepressive Agents