The weight loss program you selected is really working wonders for you. You’re sticking to a healthy diet, getting your daily workout in, and–most excitingly–you can finally see the pounds dropping off.
There’s only one downside–the side effects. Your body has adjusted well to any digestive issues from Tirzepatide. In fact, after the first few doses, you forgot all about any stomach trouble. But you’re getting a bit concerned about the other issue that’s come up (or rather, hasn’t come up).
Why Does Tirzepatide Cause ED?
We would need more information gathered through medical studies to learn why Tirzepatide can lead to erectile dysfunction. In the meantime, we can look at a couple of things that could possibly be at the root of the problem.
If you develop ED after starting Tirzepatide, talk to your provider about checking your testosterone levels. While losing weight typically improves your testosterone, a few users have seen the hormone decrease. Lower testosterone levels could be the cause of your ED.
Tirzepatide helps you lose weight; it also regulates your blood sugar. Any medication that lowers glucose levels can affect your blood flow. You need good blood volume in your southern region to get–and maintain–an erection. If Tirzepatide slows the flow of blood to your groin, this could cause ED.
Natural Ways To Help ED Symptoms
Your provider can prescribe a medication to help with ED. Before you start another medication, you can try a few of these home remedies. Natural solutions can improve your overall health and potentially help with ED–especially if it’s related to your testosterone or blood flow.
Vitamins
- Vitamin B3: Cholesterol can come into play as well. B3 can help lower your levels and improve circulation.
- Vitamin B9: If your ED could be stress-related, try vitamin B9. This mood stabilizer can help your body and brain be more relaxed.
- Vitamin D: You’ll do more than strengthen your immune system with a dose of vitamin D; you’ll help increase your blood flow–to all areas of your body.
- Vitamin C: Your body needs nitric oxide to get things up and running. Vitamin C helps clear the pathway for the release of this necessary chemical.
- L-arginine: While it’s not technically a vitamin, L-arginine is a naturally occurring amino acid. Because it’s organically found in our bodies, it more than earns its place on this list. Plus, it can help dilate blood vessels, improving blood flow and potentially lowering the effects of ED.
Herbal Supplements
In addition to vitamins, we’ve got a few suggestions for herbal supplements you can try. These herbs may reduce ED by widening blood vessels and increasing blood flow. Check out more information on each supplement before trying them for yourself.
- Ginseng
- Yohimbe
- Horny Goat Weed
- Ginkgo
- Maca
Need A Solution For ED?
You want to lose weight to get healthier and feel better. But you don’t want that weight loss to come with a physical price–especially if that price is sexual performance issues. At Seattle Plastic Surgery, our providers will set you on a path toward your weight loss goals. But we don’t stop there. We’ll stay in touch throughout your weight loss journey to make sure everything goes smoothly–and functions properly.
Call us at (206) 324-1120 or book your free consultation online.
Dr. Jonov is a cosmetic surgeon who specializes in plastic surgeries of the face, breast, and body at Seattle Plastic Surgery.
