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Stop-smoking pill boosts sex drive in some users 

Now, however, I have an above-average libido - physically and mentally. I figure maybe it's because the drug takes away any of those long-standing inhibitions that would otherwise impede and affect sex.

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Bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban) is prescribed both as an antidepressant and an aid to quit smoking. We don't know exactly how it increases sexual desire, but this side effect has been known for years. Although bupropion is definitely not an aphrodisiac, it is sometimes a helpful substitute when other antidepressants cause sexual difficulties.

For those who would like to know more about this reaction, as well as other strategies for dealing with sexual problems, we offer our Guides to Female Sexuality and Treating Sexual Dysfunction.

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