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Can taking Serta 25 cause delayed ejaculation as a side effect?

Asked by Male, 25 · 30 days ago

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

30 days ago

Yes, taking Serta 25 (sertraline) can indeed cause delayed ejaculation. This is a very common side effect of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) like sertraline, as they affect chemical messengers in the brain that regulate ejaculation. Please be reassured that this is a known, manageable reaction and not a sign of permanent damage. Often, your body adapts to the medication over a few weeks, and the side effect may improve. I highly recommend discussing this openly with your prescribing doctor. They can help you safely adjust the dose or explore other options without abruptly stopping the medicine.

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