What should I do if my doctor switched my medication from Pexep and Rexipra to Vilano and Bupropion because of sex drive problems, but the new drugs are not helping my anxiety and depression and are instead making me feel irritable and angry? | Apollo Pharmacy

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What should I do if my doctor switched my medication from Pexep and Rexipra to Vilano and Bupropion because of sex drive problems, but the new drugs are not helping my anxiety and depression and are instead making me feel irritable and angry?

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What should I do if my doctor switched my medication from Pexep and Rexipra to Vilano and Bupropion because of sex drive problems, but the new drugs are not helping my anxiety and depression and are instead making me feel irritable and angry?

Asked by Male, 36 · 24 hours ago

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

24 hours ago

It is completely understandable to feel frustrated when a medication switch to improve your sex drive leads to increased irritability and uncontrolled anxiety. Paroxetine (Pexep) and escitalopram (Rexipra) are highly effective for anxiety, while vilazodone (Vilano) and bupropion are chosen to avoid sexual side effects. However, bupropion can sometimes cause temporary agitation or anger during the adjustment phase. Please do not stop these medications abruptly. Contact your prescribing doctor right away to discuss these symptoms. They can safely adjust your doses, try a different combination, or help you transition back to a regimen that keeps you feeling emotionally stable and comfortable.

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