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Article imageJoe Graedon - September 30, 2024
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Article imageTerry Graedon - October 10, 2024 - 4 comments

How to Improve Women’s and Men’s Sex Drive WITHOUT Drugs

Italian researchers report that the Mediterranean Diet can improve sex drive. Light can also boost testosterone and enhance men's sex drive.

Joe Graedon - May 27, 2024

Statins Diminish Sex Drive and Lower Testosterone

Terry Graedon - January 15, 2024

Is Saltpeter to Kill Sex Drive a Myth?

Terry Graedon - November 27, 2023

Advice on Lowering Libido Raises Ire

Terry Graedon - March 18, 2021

Show 1251: How Chemicals Are Threatening Our Health and Fertility

Joe Graedon - February 1, 2021

Can Antidepressant (Paroxetine) Make Sex Exhausting and Unfulfilling?

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Terry Graedon - March 2, 2020

Will Testosterone Shots Overcome Your Low Libido?

A reader reports that testosterone shots solved his problems with sex drive and improved his moods. But FDA disapproves of such testosterone treatment.

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Terry Graedon - January 9, 2020

New Guidelines for Treating Low Testosterone

Men with low testosterone due to aging may have better sexual function if their doctors prescribe testosterone replacement therapy.

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Terry Graedon - January 6, 2020

What Can Woman Do About Lower Sex Drive from Fluoxetine?

SSRI antidepressants like fluoxetine can lower sex drive. A different antidepressant might solve the problem, but adjusting could be a challenge.

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Terry Graedon - December 23, 2019

How Testosterone Cream Could Revive Libido

Could testosterone cream together with estrogen help overcome low libido after menopause? Research suggests it might, but the dose is critical.

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Joe Graedon - August 8, 2019

Testosterone Enhances Libido and Improves Female Sexuality

The FDA has approved two drugs to improve women's sexual desire. Trouble is, they have unpleasant side effects. Research shows testosterone enhances libido.

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Terry Graedon - August 8, 2019

FDA Approved New Drug to Increase Sexual Desire

FDA gave the green light to Amag for its injectable medication designed to increase sexual desire in premenopausal women.

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Terry Graedon - May 6, 2019

Prostate Drug Dutasteride Shrinks Prostate and Penis

Dutasteride shrinks prostate glands but it also has sexual side effects. It can cause diminished libido & block sexual satisfaction. What about penis size?

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Joe Graedon - May 2, 2019

How Can a Man Tell if He Needs More Testosterone?

You would be surprised to learn how many women complain about their male partner's lack of sex drive. Do these guys need more testosterone? What else helps?

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Joe Graedon - October 22, 2018

Bupropion Helps With Mood, Sex and Quitting Smoking

A nurse badly wants to quit smoking. Chantix makes her miserable. Bupropion helps against cravings and improves her mood. Others report sex is enjoyable.

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Terry Graedon - October 4, 2018

Show 1137: What Should You Know About Women’s Sexual Health?

There is no Viagra for women, but there are many ways that women's sexual health could be bolstered. Find out what an integrative approach would look like.

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Terry Graedon - September 10, 2017

Mint Tea Lowers Her Sex Drive to Match His

When a couple has a mismatched level of libido it often creates tension in a relationship. What if her sex drive is greater than his?

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Joe Graedon - June 26, 2017

Dutasteride (Avodart) Sexual Side Effects Can Be Daunting

Are men alerted to dutasteride (Avodart) sexual side effects? What about elevations in blood sugar, LDL cholesterol or liver enzymes. Does ED persist?

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Joe Graedon - March 16, 2017

Will Drugs for Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH) Ruin Your Sex Life?

Millions of men are suffering from benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) but will their medication lower their libido or cause persistent erectile dysfunction?

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Terry Graedon - October 27, 2016

What Is the Trouble with Too Much Testosterone?

The FDA is warning men that taking too much testosterone could lead to heart attacks, heart failure, strokes, liver problems, infertility and depression.

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Joe Graedon - September 26, 2016

Sex Problems Result from Tamsulosin for Urination

Tamsulosin is prescribed to men with an enlarged prostate so urination is less of a problem. Sexual side effects can be a downside of such alpha blockers.

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Joe Graedon - September 26, 2016

Prescription for Licorice Pills Was Almost Lethal

We love licorice. High-quality natural licorice candy is wonderful. But too much licorice, whether as candy or in pills, can be dangerous in not deadly.

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Joe Graedon - July 4, 2016

Testosterone Side Effects: How Scary Are They?

Despite new data about testosterone treatment for men with "low T" the FDA remains adamant that this is a no-no! It warns about testosterone side effects.

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Joe Graedon - February 28, 2016

What Are the Pros and Cons of Testosterone Therapy?

Is testosterone therapy a boon or a boondoggle for men with low T? Many people remember the HRT disaster for women. What is the story on TRT for men?

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Joe Graedon - February 18, 2016

Will Testosterone Turbocharge Your Sex Drive and Improve Your Life?

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Joe Graedon - October 12, 2015

Husband Seeking Ways to Lower Wife’s Libido

Young and middle-aged women are complaining that their partners are virtually uninterested in sex. What is behind this epidemic of low libido?

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Joe Graedon - September 14, 2015

Anti-Anxiety Drug Causes Problems in the Bedroom

The impact of an anti-anxiety drug on sexual interest and performance can aggravate differences between partners.

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Joe Graedon - August 20, 2015

The Inside Story on the Female Sex Pill Flibanserin (Addyi)

What's the straight and skinny on the new sex pill for women? Flibanserin (Addyi) has gotten a lot of headlines but what is the real story on pros and cons?

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Joe Graedon - June 15, 2015

Sex Pill for Women Cracks Medical Taboo

Flibanserin has been highly controversial as a sex pill for women. Even women's groups are divided on its benefits and risks. Experts recommended approval.

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Joe Graedon - June 4, 2015

FDA Panel Votes to Approve Flibanserin, the First Female Sex Pill

After years of controversy flibanserin was finally given a green light by an FDA panel of outside experts. What is the straight and skinny on this sex drug?

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Terry Graedon - February 17, 2014

How Long Do Drug Side Effects Last? For Some, Perhaps Forever

Patients aren't always told that some drug side effects last a long time. Sometimes an adverse reaction can be permanent. People must be warned in advance!

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Joe Graedon - October 17, 2013

What Can A Woman Do To Kill Her Sex Drive?

Mismatch in sex drive and desire often causes couples great distress. Many think men want sex more than women. Here are many stories about female sexuality.

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Joe Graedon - December 31, 2012

Is There Help for Lasting Sexual Side Effects?

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Terry Graedon - June 18, 2012

Libido Imbalance Threatens Marriage

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Joe Graedon - March 1, 2012

Can DHEA Turbo-Charge Your Sex Life?

It is not clear that DHEA can turbo-charge sex life, but it can help with postmenopausal vaginal dryness as well as erectile dysfunction.

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Terry Graedon - September 28, 2009

Sexless Marriage Makes Him Desperate

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Joe Graedon - January 12, 2008

Testosterone To Boost Libido In Women?

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Joe Graedon - October 3, 2007

Solutions For Low Sex Drive In Menopausal Women

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Joe Graedon - August 22, 2007

Lipitor May Lower Libido

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Joe Graedon - April 30, 2007

Does Phentermine Lower Libido?