Introduction: Schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder and one of the most severe and impactful mental illnesses. Sexual dysfunction is highly prevalent in patients with schizophrenia but remains underdiagnosed and undertreated. Sexual dysfunction is frequently attributed to antipsychotics which may reduce medication adherence, but negative symptoms can also reduce sexual drive.
Areas Covered: This review provides an overview of the current knowledge about sexual dysfunction in patients with schizophrenia. The authors first review the literature concerning the mechanisms of sexual dysfunction and explore the impact of antipsychotics on sexual function. Finally, they present the available non-pharmacological and pharmacological treatment strategies for sexual dysfunction in patients with schizophrenia.
Expert Opinion: Sexual dysfunction in patients with schizophrenia is still underrated by clinicians despite having a negative impact on the quality of life and therapeutic adherence. Antipsychotic treatment is still perceived as a major cause of sexual impairment. Psychiatrists must be aware of this condition and actively question the patients. A comprehensive approach, addressing pharmacological and non-pharmacological aspects, is fundamental for managing sexual dysfunction in schizophrenia. Pharmacological strategies include (1) Serum-level adjustment of the antipsychotic dose, if possible (2) switching to a well-tolerable antipsychotic (aripiprazole, brexpiprazole) and (3) adding a coadjuvant drug (phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors).
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