Drug improves sexual function for patients with depression, study finds
A study led by the University of Virginia found that the drug lumateperone significantly improves sexual function in patients with major depressive disorder. The findings suggest a potential solution for patients who stop antidepressant treatment due to sexual side effects.
Why it matters
Addressing sexual dysfunction in depression treatment can improve patient adherence to medication and overall quality of life.
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Add as preferred source Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) and an inadequate response to standard antidepressants who received add-on treatment with the drug lumateperone had significantly improved sexual function, according to a new study led by a University of Virginia School of Medicine researcher.
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