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Effect of bupropion on sexual dysfunction
Regina Ginzburg1, Yvonne Wong, Jonathan S Fader
1College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions, St. John's University, Jamaica, NY 11439, USA. ginzburr@stjohns.edu
The Annals of Pharmacotherapy
|November 17, 2005
Summary
Bupropion shows promise in treating sexual dysfunction, with studies indicating a favorable effect. Further research with larger sample sizes is needed to clarify optimal dosing and confirm efficacy.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Psychiatry
- Sexual Medicine
Background:
- Sexual dysfunction is a common side effect of antidepressant medications.
- Bupropion is an antidepressant with a different mechanism of action compared to SSRIs and SNRIs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of bupropion in treating sexual dysfunction.
- To explore bupropion's role as an adjunct or alternative treatment for sexual dysfunction.
Main Methods:
- A literature search was conducted using MEDLINE from 1970 to July 2005.
- Keywords included bupropion, antidepressants, sexual function, and sexual dysfunction.
Main Results:
- Bupropion demonstrated a positive impact on sexual dysfunction in several reports and small trials.
- Its use was examined in both depressed and nondepressed individuals experiencing sexual dysfunction.
- Bupropion appears to be a potentially effective treatment for sexual dysfunction.
Conclusions:
- Existing studies suggest bupropion may benefit patients with sexual dysfunction.
- Limitations include small sample sizes, necessitating larger, more robust trials.
- Optimal dosing strategies require further investigation.