Anaphrodisiacs

ANAPHRODISIACS (from the Greek a- negative particle, and Aphrodite-goddess of love), agents against excessive sexual desire. Reliable anaphrodisiacs do not exist, and since the cause of excessive sexual desire is often an improper way of life, it is often sufficient to eliminate excessive desire through proper regimen combined with gymnastic exercises and hydrotherapy. As anaphrodisiacs, agents that reduce the excitability of the central nervous system are used, as well as agents that, with prolonged use, act toxicologically on the entire organism and simultaneously reduce sexual excitability. The first group includes all bromide preparations, especially potassium bromide and bromide camphor, which are often successfully prescribed for persistent erections. The second group should include morphine, which with prolonged use has a markedly decreasing effect on sexual ability, as well as salicylate and iodide preparations and saltpeter. Nicotine also reduces sexual desire, as observations show that prolonged excessive use of strong cigars and cigarettes weakens sexual ability. In recent years, the literature contains a number of observations indicating a reduction in pathologically heightened sexual feeling under the influence of pineal gland preparations.