[deadlamp]

I have been taking Norco 10/325 for over 3 years now. I have had both hips replaced is the reason for the perscription. Now the Dr. is giving it to me for back problems. My ????? is has anyone had E.D. Problems from this drug? I am also on Soma 325. lasix.Advair 500/50, zetia, and spiriva for COPD.

I am now feeling good enough to have a relationship again and am wondering what to do, to get there.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

[Rscprincess1]

I know that I had a friend that was on it and had trouble reaching well "the sky" if you get my point and couldn't take their pain meds if there was any kind of hope for a "romantic" night with their husband. So I dont know if this happens with everyone but it does happen to a few.

I Do not Guarentee Any Information Provided But I Will Be As Accurate As I Can.

[mpvt]

This is a common side effect from long term opiate use.Opiates can lower men's testosterone levels leaving them with little or no libido.Have you ever heard of a horny heroin addict,no,me either lol.Anyway,go to your doctor and have your bio-available testosterone checked.He can order you viagra while you wait for the results.If it comes back that you need testosterone replacement treatment (TRT) then the doctor will start you on a dose of testosterone.Good luck.....Dave

[betsy_still_tokes]

I have sex with my fiancee multiple times a day (for my own pleasure, not his, by the way) and every single time we are intimate while I am under the influence of painkillers I find it impossible to become sexually excited or climax. He experiences the same, and frequently finds it impossible to keep or even achieve an erection. Luckily, we are usually on the drugs together which makes us basically two stoned kids trying hilariously to have sex for hours with no success. Opiates are a central nervous system depressant that sometimes disallows excess blood flow to the genitals, prohibiting you from getting "horny". At my age, my hormones are rushing at my brain like Mongolians to the Great Wall, so it isn't difficult for me to regain desire after a bout of long-term (less than a year) daily use.

If I were you, I wouldn't combine Viagra with a CNS depressant, due to the possible complications that could result. (If you've ever read some of Viagra's side effects, you wouldn't be chomping at the bit to try it anyway, probably.) I personally think if you wait until the medication's effects completely wear off, you can successfully have intercourse before it is time for the next dose. That's what I do.

[mpvt]

Viagra and opiates are fine to take together.Most of the viagra ordered is for guys who have trouble achieving an erection due to their pain killer.Opiates cause a drop in testosterone and that's one of the reasons men have trouble.There is also urinary retention that stops a man from achieving orgasim.Due I need to keep going.Go ahead and take the viagra....Dave

[betsy_still_tokes]

Do opiates cause a drop in the testosterone of females too then? What other undesirable effects like that do they have?

Jesus Christ will help you through. -Betsy

[Rscprincess1]

I say speak to your doctor and see what he/she has to say about the situation and what they think is the best solution to the "vertically challenged" issue your having.

I Do not Guarentee Any Information Provided But I Will Be As Accurate As I Can.

[mpvt]

Yes,I know some women that take a very small dose of testosterone.Opiates will and do effect women's ability to achieve orgasim just like men......Dave

[Osagewoman]

I have taken a very small dosage of testosterone combined with vitamin B12 for several years due to a low sex drive, caused not by opiates but by antidepressants! Since my doc told me years ago I'd have to be on the Zoloft for the rest of my life, my gyn told me about the shots! Well, after 6 weeks, it kicked in and I knew in a very small way what it was like for men with a strong sex drive!!! Since the use of opiates seems not to interfere with my ability to have orgasm, I guess it's the testosterone that does it![]

Will I ever stop the T-shots??? Hell no!!![:X]

[EasyMeds]

quote:Originally posted by deadlamp

I have been taking Norco 10/325 for over 3 years now. I have had both hips replaced is the reason for the perscription. Now the Dr. is giving it to me for back problems. My ????? is has anyone had E.D. Problems from this drug? I am also on Soma 325. lasix.Advair 500/50, zetia, and spiriva for COPD.

I am now feeling good enough to have a relationship again and am wondering what to do, to get there.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

Soma will definatly cause ED. While it is a muscle relaxer, it still is a central nervous system depressant which will lead to the inability to achieve an erection. The Norco can also have the same effect depending on how much you take. If you are taking them in the same day you can be pretty sure you are going to have problems in that area.

A counter to this effect are some of the ED meds such as Levitra (personally I think it is the best becuse it lasts 36 hours and has reported fewer side effects).

Bottom line is that if you can reduce the amount of Soma you take, or some how eliminate it all together that would help a great deal!

Good luck!

Paul

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