My 73-year-old husband had three vascular stokes resulting in dementia and hypersexuality. I’ve tried to keep him to a once a week schedule however he forgets he had sex after 48 hours. We’ve tried Zoloft and Lexapro which worsened his condition because he could not ejaculate leading to more agitation. Although both did mellow his reaction. Wellbutrin caused more aggression. No meds increase his desire. I’ve read some success with Naltrexone and hypersexuality but not sure if it’s worked with patients with dementia.
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It has been proven effective to treat pain that otherwise hasn't responded well to other medications.
However I've never heard of it for use in calming ones hypersexuality down. You'll have to come back and let us know if it helps.
if anyone hears Naltrexone as a possibility let me know. I’d rather get the urges controlled than feel the need to send him to a facility. But it’s on my list of possible scenarios. Thank you!!
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In the meantime, your wishes are important too! Use the word NO as needed and stick to your guns. Many wives have moved into the spare bedroom for this reason, and to stop being groped by over zealous husbands.
I hope someone comes along who has first hand experience with the drug you're asking about.
Good luck to you.
Also - I have spoken to his psychiatrist and she is also researching Naltrexone as an option. I thought I’d ask and see if anyone else had any experience with it in this scenario.
to compulsive behaviors in other settings.
OP, sorry you’re having to deal with this.