What does a common drug like Benadryl have to do with enjoying sex?

If you are taking an over-the-counter or prescription drug or herbal supplement and notice changes in your sexual desire or your body during sex, there may be a connection. Certain medications can interfere with sexual desire, the ability to experience orgasm, and the intensity of orgasms.

For example, you may not think that antihistamines such as Benadryl, which are often taken for allergies or colds, could have an effect. But in addition to drying out secretions in the nose, antihistamines can … More