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Does Effexor Affect Sperm Count?

11/25/2008 12:27PM

Question:

I was wondering if Effexor would have any effect on sperm count? My wife and I have been trying to get pregnant for a year and so far no luck. Have you ever heard of Effexor having this effect?

Answer:

I am only familiar with this side effect as a theoretical one in animals. I would not recommend stopping your antidepressant but would recommend you and your wife be tested by a fertility specialist to determine sperm count and motility as well as your wife's status. After that evaluation, I would then consider the options with you physician.

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The Ohio State University Nicholas A Votolato, RPh BCPP
Clinical Assistant Professor
Department of Psychiatry
College of Medicine
The Ohio State University
Nicholas A Votolato, RPh BCPP