Expert Perspectives On Wegovy Sex Drive In Clinical Practice

With weight loss medication rising in popularity for its success rate, information about the new weight loss drug is also coming out. Information is arguably the most important thing to have before making a decision about taking any kind of medication. With Wegovy, some patients have noticed that it affects their sex drive or sometimes causes erectile dysfunction. Instead of speculating on whether this is true or not, we asked the experts for their opinion. 

Does Wegovy Affect Your Sex Drive? 

In order to figure out if Wegovy truly does affect your sex life, we asked one of the leading cosmetic surgeons and medical weight loss providers, Dr. Javad Sajan, for his input. This is what he had to say:

“Patients who take Wegovy and Ozempic have begun reporting changes in their sex drive or experiencing erectile dysfunction. While there’s no concrete study to prove this, the more patients that report it, the more we have to look at the possibility.” 

So, if more patients are reporting that weight loss medications affect their sex life, does it mean that it’s absolutely going to happen to you? Well, not necessarily. Let’s see what else Dr. Sajan says about the correlation between Wegovy, sex drive, and erectile dysfunction. 

Wegovy & Erectile Dysfunction

We looked at what expert medication weight loss providers had to say about the possibility of Wegovy causing erectile dysfunction. Many seem to agree that while it may cause erectile dysfunction in patients who do not have diabetes, it could be because of the gastrointestinal symptoms that can arise in the initial stages of your treatment. (In other words, when you’re having stomach issues, you probably don’t feel super sexy.) 

Dr. Sajan had this to say about the link between Wegovy and erectile dysfunction: 

“If Wegovy does cause erectile dysfunction, it’s nothing we can’t help every patient through. While it may be a more common side effect, it’s often one of the early symptoms that will most likely fade as your body adjusts to the medication. Additionally, we can always prescribe medications like Viagra to combat it. We can also adjust the dosage in order to prevent issues with your sex drive.” 

Should I Be Concerned About My Sex Drive When Taking Wegovy? 

Honestly, we don’t think that your sex drive is something that should keep you from taking a medication that is such a great aid in creating a healthier lifestyle. If you do start experiencing a drop or change in your sex drive, talk to your provider about solutions for the issue. Overall, a good provider will change or adjust your dosage in order to make sure your weight loss journey is as smooth as possible. 

Conclusion 

Overall, it’s essential to consult a medical weight loss provider before beginning Wegovy. If you’re concerned about the possibility of it affecting your sex life, this is something an experienced provider can help you navigate. At Allure Esthetics, Dr. Javad Sajan can help walk you through the process and find the solution that will increase your health, improve your life, and find balance in the journey.