Effects of Onion Extract on Male Sexual Dysfunction Induced by SSRI Antidepressants

[Objectives] To investigate the effect of onion extract on male sexual dysfunction caused by SSRI antidepressants. [Methods] 40 male patients with depression and anxiety who took SSRI antidepressants for a long time were randomly divided into observation group and control group. The observation group was treated with onion extract and SSRI drugs, while the control group was treated with SSRL drugs only. After 4 weeks of treatment, the scores of the two groups were evaluated by the International Index of Erectile Function(IIEF) questionnaire and the serum testosterone levels were measured in the two groups. [Results] Onion extract could improve the sexual dysfunction caused by SSRI drugs and significantly increase the level of serum testosterone. [Conclusions] Onion extract could significantly enhance the sexual function of men, and could alleviate the sexual dysfunction caused by SSRI drugs by increasing the level of serum testosterone.