Im thinking of going on Wellbutrin, has anyone ever been on it
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2007-11-15 19:01:34
When I was switched from Effexor to Wellbutrin, I had a very bad reaction. It made me very edgy, increased my anxiety, and worsened my depression. Basically I turned into a miserable, angry, SOB. I know others who have been on it for years with no problems at all.
Bottom line - you and your doctor will work together to see if it is the right fit for you.
I took it for 2 weeks. I felt like I was in a dream the whole time. Bad stuff.
I understand your need for input from others on this med but as you can see, like all meds, it will vary.
I have been on Wellbutrin for years. I haven't had any side effects. I'm on it with another antidepressant called Cymbalta. Quite frankly, when I started with a new Pshy Dr. she was surprised I was on Wellbutrin and it was helping. Her patients don't get much help from it. But she kept me on it,but eventually we needed to add another med.
The only thing that i really have to say is that it helped me to loose some weight. It helps to boost your metabolism and whatnot so it doesn't have the weight gain side effect. But like someone else said on here it has helped me feel ok but not great or estatic or anything. i still have stress and anxiety, just not the world is horrible and i hate everything type of feelings anymore. I would go on something else but i don't have a doc to talk to at the moment so i would advise you to talk to your doctor. he is the only one who can tell you what you really need.