What Are Some Side Effects of Steel Libido?

Irwin Naturals produces Steel-Libido, a sexual-enhancement product for both sexes. It purports to increase erectile function and sex drive in men and orgasm intensity and sex drive in women.

Ingredients

• Steel-Libido contains herbs, amino acids and dimethylglycine. The active ingredient is yohimbe, an herb that comes from West Africa.

Common Side Effects

• Yohimbe's most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, rapid heart rate (tachycardia), high blood pressure, dizziness, anxiety and insomnia.

Rare Side Effects

• Side effects that have been reported less often include seizures and renal failure.

Contraindications

• Pre-existing conditions can make yohimbe dangerous for a patient. These include heart, kidney or liver disease. Pregnant and nursing women should also avoid Steel-Libido and other yohimbe-containing drugs. Patients with psychological disorders should consult their physician before ingesting yohimbe.

Warnings

• The effect of certain antidepressants can be increased by yohimbe, which can increase the side effects. Yohimbe-containing products should be taken under doctor supervision.