Pharmacopsychiatry 2002; 35(4): 150-151
DOI: 10.1055/s-2002-33196
Case Report
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Paroxetine-Induced Vaginal Anaesthesia

A. Michael1 , S. Andrews1
  • 1Department of Psychiatry, West Suffolk Hospital, Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom
Further Information

Publication History

Manuscript received: 16. 7. 2001 Revised: 18. 10. 2001

Accepted: 8. 11. 2001

Publication Date:
06 August 2002 (online)

Antidepressant drugs cause a variety of sexual side effects such as decreased libido, impaired erection and delayed or absent ejaculation and orgasm. They cause distress, strain relationships, impair quality of life and reduce compliance to treatment. However, antidepressant-induced changes in sexual sensations are rare. Here, we report on a case of paroxetine-induced loss of sensation in the vagina.

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Dr. A. Michael

Department of Psychiatry

West Suffolk Hospital

Bury St. Edmunds IP33 2QZ


United Kingdom