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How to treat erectile dysfunction and anxiety after stopping antidepressants in a 28-year-old male?
Sexual Health & Disorders
Question #55544
20 days ago
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How to treat erectile dysfunction and anxiety after stopping antidepressants in a 28-year-old male? - #55544

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I(28 M) have been suffering from erectile dysfunction and anxiety since many years . I also have an addiction to porn and masterbation. Last month I started taking anti depressants under guidance of psychiatrist, it gave me severe sides in just three days so I have stopped it. But I am still facing some sexual sides due to this. I had errection issues in the past but after anti depressants i have lost some senstivity in my penis. Also,my whole body has become very weak over the years and my stomach feels bloated all the time .No matter how much I eat i cant see change. Please help me with this situation .

How long have you been experiencing erectile dysfunction?:

- More than 1 year

Can you describe the severity of your erectile dysfunction?:

- Consistent inability to achieve erection

How often do you experience anxiety related to your condition?:

- Almost always

Have you noticed any specific triggers for your anxiety?:

- Social situations

How would you describe your current energy levels?:

- Very low, struggling to get through the day

How is your appetite and digestion?:

- Frequent bloating, regardless of food

What is your current exercise routine?:

- Regular exercise (3-5 times a week)

Have you sought any other treatments for erectile dysfunction or anxiety?:

- Consulted with another specialist
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Hi Well before sexual problems your digestion must be good …as it can somewhere obstruct the effect For your digestion and weakness problems I would like to suggest you Tab Chitrakadi vati-2-BD (2 tablets twice daily) Tab gasex -2-bd Kumari asava-15 ml BD in half glass water Take these medicines after meal For your psychological issues Cap Ashwagandha ksm 66 1-BD Take these medicines for 1 month After you start getting relief for these…I would recommend you for personal consultation with me for sexual problems Thankyou

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Diet and Nutrition 1. Balanced diet: Focus on whole, unprocessed foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. 2. Foods rich in antioxidants: Include foods high in antioxidants like berries, leafy greens, and nuts to help reduce oxidative stress. 3. Omega-3 fatty acids: Find omega-3 rich foods like fatty fish, flaxseeds, and walnuts to support heart health. Exercise and Physical Activites 1. Regular exercise: Engage in moderate-intensity exercise, like brisk walking, cycling, or swimming, for at least 30 minutes a day. 2. Pelvic floor exercises: Practice Kegel exercises to strengthen pelvic floor muscles. Stress Management 1. Mindfulness and relaxation: Try techniques like meditation, deep breathing, or yoga to reduce stress and anxiety. 2. Get enough sleep: Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night to help regulate hormones and reduce stress. 3. Practise yogasan: Molband, setu bandhasan, chakrasan, veer bhadrasan, halasan, gomukhasan. Other Lifestyle changes 1. Quit smoking 2. Limit alcohol consumption 3. Maintain a healthy weight ??Medication?? Cap. Boostex Forte 2 caps twice a day before food. Tab. Kapikachu Ghana Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Khadiradi Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab.Makardwaj Ras 2 tabs twice a day before food. Shilajit Gold gum 1 small spoon (the one that comes in the pack) with one cup of hot milk early in the morning. Shwet Musli Pak 1 tsp with a cup of hot cow milk in the morning

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Hey can you please tell me tablet name antidepressants… And tell me how’s your morning erection…

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Thank you doctor I took Paroxtine 12.5 mg and I do get morning errections but they are not as strong as they were with reduced senstivity

​1. Medhya Rasayana (Neuroprotective & Anti-Anxiety Therapy) ​To stabilize the nervous system, reduce baseline anxiety, and repair the Manovaha Srotas after chemical withdrawal: ​••Ashwagandha: A premier adaptogen that reduces cortisol, pacifies Vata, and acts as a potent Vrishya (aphrodisiac). It directly supports both nervous and reproductive tissues.
​Dosage: 3 grams of Ashwagandha Churna or 1 tablet (500mg extract) twice daily with warm milk. ••​Brahmi or Shankhapushpi: Excellent for calming Prana Vata and enhancing emotional resilience without causing lethargy. ​Dosage: 10–15 ml of Saraswatarishtam with equal water after meals, or 1 capsule of Brahmi extract at bedtime. 2. Vajikarana Chikitsa (Aphrodisiac & Virility Therapy) ​Once anxiety begins to settle, specific formulations can target the Shukravaha Srotas to restore erectile function, improve pelvic blood circulation, and reverse tissue sluggishness: •​Kapikacchu : Naturally rich in L-DOPA, it enhances dopamine pathways in the brain. Dopamine functions as a natural antagonist to the dampening effects left behind by serotonergic drugs, boosting libido and erectile response. ​Dosage: 3 grams of Kapikacchu seed powder mixed in lukewarm milk once or twice a day. •​Gokshura : Acts on the Apana Vata, improves Nitric Oxide levels locally to relax penile endothelial tissues, and clears the urinary tract. ​Dosage: Gokshuradi Guggulu (1 tablets twice daily after food with normal water.) ••​Vata-Pacifying Diet: Focus on warm, unctuous, freshly cooked foods. Incorporate healthy fats like Cow’s Ghee, which nourishes the Majja (nervous) and Shukra (reproductive) dhatus. Avoid raw, dry, cold, or highly processed foods. ​Yoga and Pranayama: ••​Pranayama: Anulom Vilom (Alternate Nostril Breathing) and Bhramari (Bee Breath) for 15 minutes daily to balance brain hemispheres and calm anxiety. ••​Asanas: Paschimottanasana, Bhujangasana, and Baddha Konasana (Butterfly Pose) to enhance blood circulation directly to the pelvic floor muscles.

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From an Ayurvedic perspective, your symptoms suggest a combination of “Vata imbalance” with mental stress depletion (manasika shoshana) and weakened digestive fire (agni mandya), often seen after long anxiety, addiction patterns, and abrupt antidepressant changes. Simple Ayurvedic approach: 1. Rebuild nervous strength (Manas + Shukra support) Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) – helps anxiety, stamina, and sexual vitality Shatavari – supports hormonal balance and recovery Brahmi – calms anxiety and improves mental clarity 2. Improve digestion & bloating Take warm water with ginger before meals Avoid cold drinks, excess sugar, processed food Light, regular meals to strengthen agni 3. Rebalance sexual health Reduce/stop porn and masturbation temporarily to reset dopamine response Practice Brahmacharya-like discipline for 30–45 days (very important for recovery) 4. Lifestyle correction Daily walking + light strength exercise (avoid overtraining) 7–8 hours sleep, fixed sleep timing 10–15 min pranayama (Anulom Vilom, Bhramari) for anxiety control 5. Important note Post-antidepressant sexual side effects and penile sensitivity changes can be temporary in many cases, but require time + nervous system recovery + consistency. With proper regimen, most cases improve gradually in 6–12 weeks.

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●Okay start with these medicines. Less screen time.Stress increases blood pressure which leads to poor circulation in the body. Try to get a good night’s rest and reduce stress factors in your life. Although stress is a psychological problem, it can affect your physical health ●Avoid eating fried and oily food, high sodium, high sugar, and processed foods. You’ll have to stop Smoking, excessive alcohol consumption and drug use have all been associated with poor sexual health and performance. Avoiding these factors can greatly increase your sexual performance and overall sexual health ●Ashwagandha-semenenhancing,Increases testosterone levels and muscular power. ●Kaunch Excellent vajikarana substance, sperm enhancer.It contains L- Dopa which helps in sperm production by increasing dopamine levels ●Goxur Destroys urinary disorders, purifies metals, provides erectile power. It contains Protodioscin which improves sexual desire and sperm quality. ●White Musli -increases “sperm strength” and semen lubricity.It contains natural steroids and saponins, which would enhance fertility and physical ability ●Vidarikand-sperm enhancer, helps in fertility. It contains phytoestrogenic elements that nourish the reproductive organs. ●Clean and dry all herbs thoroughly. Strain through a fine sieve. Take equal amounts and mix thoroughly.Roast the Kaunch seeds over low heat to destroy the itching-causing elements. Grind all herbs separately into a fine powder (60-80 mesh). Store in an airtight glass/tin container. This powder will be ready for daily use at 3-5 grams. ●How to consume 1 teaspoon (approximately 3-5 grams). Method of consumption: With lukewarm milk mixed with sugar candy Time: At bedtime.Duration: Regular consumption for at least 3 months ●Do massage with bala almonds nee or Ashwagandha 2times a day .

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Hello dear, Dealing with chronic anxiety, erectile dysfunction (ED), and systemic weakness is incredibly challenging, and it is completely understandable that you are feeling frustrated especially after a brief trial of antidepressants left you with lingering side effects like reduced penile sensitivity. ​In Ayurveda, this complex presentation is viewed as a systemic imbalance involving the nervous system, digestive fire, and reproductive tissues. Here is a concise Ayurvedic perspective and a targeted, high-quality treatment plan using remedies from Kerala Ayurveda Pharmacy. ​ ​Your symptoms point to a classic Vata-Pitta imbalance that has progressed through three main areas: ​Agni-Mandya (Weak Digestive Fire): Your constant bloating and inability to gain strength despite eating indicate that your Agni (metabolic fire) is weak. Food is not being properly digested or converted into healthy Dhatus (body tissues), leading to overall bodily weakness. ​Manovaha Srotas (Mind Channel): Chronic anxiety and a history of hyper-stimulation from porn/masturbation have aggravated Prana Vata, depleting your Ojas (vital energy and psychological resilience). ​Shukravaha Srotas (Reproductive Channel): The excessive Vata has dried up or destabilized the Shukra Dhatu (reproductive tissue), leading to ED. The harsh, drying nature of the brief antidepressant use further aggravated this Vata, causing the sudden drop in local sensitivity. ​To heal, we must first restore your digestion, calm your nervous system, and then gently rebuild your reproductive vitality. Prescription : ​For Digestion and Bloating (To build basic strength): 1. Dasamoolarishtam – Take 15 ml to 20 ml with an equal quantity of lukewarm water, twice daily, immediately after meals. This formula kindles your digestive fire, eliminates bloating, and is an excellent Vata-pacifying tonic to relieve systemic weakness. ​For Anxiety, Stress, and Nervous System Recovery: 2. Kalyanaka Gritham – Take 1 teaspoon (approx. 5 grams) on an empty stomach in the morning with a cup of warm milk or warm water. This medicated ghee directly nourishes the brain, calms Prana Vata, reduces deep-seated anxiety, and helps repair the mind-body connection altered by past habits and medication. ​For Erectile Dysfunction and Penile Sensitivity: 1. Aswagandhadi Lehyam – Take 1 teaspoon (approx. 10 grams) twice daily, ideally 1 hour after meals with warm milk. Ashwagandha is a premier Vrishya (aphrodisiac) and Rasayana (rejuvenative) that strengthens the reproductive organs, restores lost sensitivity, and combats the depletion caused by over-masturbation. ​External Therapy for Local Sensitivity: 1. Ksheerabala Thailam (101 Avarti) – Apply 2 to 3 drops externally onto the shaft of the penis (avoiding the glans/tip) and very gently massage in a downward motion once daily before bath. This highly processed oil helps soothe aggravated nerve endings and restores sensory awareness. ​ ​Because your digestive system is currently compromised (Agni-mandya), introducing heavy aphrodisiacs too quickly can worsen your bloating. Start with the Dasamoolarishtam and Kalyanaka Gritham first. Once your bloating begins to subside and your appetite improves (usually within 7–10 days), introduce the Aswagandhadi Lehyam into your routine.

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