Was on this med for over 2 decades. A self-employrd remodeler, specializing in kitchens and baths, I found myself looking for anything to go wrong on the job so I could quit and go home by noon. Was given Wellbutrin because "it has an energy component", per my Dr..I never noticed increased energy, but was surprised to find myself able to put in a full days work by the end of the first week. When a frustrating problem arose,, I simply solved it and kept working. Eventually decided to stop the med as no longer needed. Never lost much weight, but did stop a 51 year smoking habit. Today, as an 82yo widower, I have no motivation to do even simple tasks like shave and shower. Expecting new scrip for buproprion to arrive in mail this week, and pray that it works again, like it did back in 1992!
I've been taking Buproprion for over a year now to treat my Depression & ADHD (inattentive type) and I have to say I wish I had discovered this medication a decade ago. I was unaware of the appetite suppression side effect and finding that out is really helpful. Thanks for the detailed breakdown of this drug. ❤
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to depression ! This is the one and only symptom I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling ???
I'm so happy to see all of these positive comments. I just began taking it this morning, and I'm even more hopeful after reading how many people have had their quality of life change significantly ❤❤❤
@nickkendall7 I will say that the medication had been helping....I had some issues with my psychiatrist and then my mother passed away June 25 and now I'm back down on the floor, pulling myself up all over again. I've now lost my only brother and my mother in the span of 3 years and 3 months. Alone in the world doesn't feel so great, especially with my mental health issues. I do have a support system, but this is the worst pain I've felt in my entire existence, and I'm scared of how long I'm going to feel like this 💔 😞
@@nicolea6601I’m so very sorry for your loss. One day at a time. You’ll have decent days, good days, and just godawful days. I won’t say it gets better, adjusting to that new normal, but you WILL get through. My heartfelt condolences and best wishes to you.
I've been taking It for the last 2 months and I feel great! I was very worried about taking any kind of medication but this was worth it. My life has improved significantly.
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
@@andreasjohansson9156Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
was just prescribed welbutrin by psych to treat adhd, moderate anxiety n mild depreaaion. this is so informative and straightforward. Thank you! my only suggestion would be to get a good external microphone so its easier to understand for hard of hearing folks. Again, thank you so so much for this video👏
Quelbree and bupropion has changed my freaking life! I can function in life so much more effectively. If you’re reading this and scared please know it’s ok. You are on the right track by protecting your over health. Do not allow those nagging thoughts to take over. Or other people’s opinion. Be brave advocate for yourself know you are not alone!! Peace and many blessings.❤️💕
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
Hello, thank for the video, i just got a prescription of Bupropion because my sleeping cycle is completely disrupted. my sleep comes when ever it feels like or not at all for days . I have noticed a few things: 1. The first day of taking it was an exciting day. I was so nice to everyone and did feel the need to hide from people. 2. I went to bed when I felt like strangely before midnight. which has not happened in over 3 years. if it did happen then It was sudden without preparing for it. 3. I just want do everything I liked to do again.
I wish there was more videos like this where people get to the point and don't jump around the bush this video go straight to the point I love this video I'm actually subscribe now I am from Germany by the way
THANK YOU!!! As someone with epilepsy who suffers from depression this is the only video I have found that is clear about the seizure risks with this drug!!!
as she said, nearly all antidepressants have an increased risk of seizure, but the standsrd doses they start patient's at now are around 150 mg, nowhere near the old max dose of 900mg--which, again, was causing issues with bulimic patients
Brand name is a totally different medication. The generics are pretty garbage. I know that most generic medications are overall equivalent to their brand name counterparts but this just isn't the case with Wellbutrin. Luckily the brand name SR from GlaxoSmithKline is still available: just extremely expensive.
@@pegacorn13 generics go through a rigorous process to prove they are bioequivalent to the brand name. this literally reads like an ad for GSK--either that or you have nocebo going on
@@pegacorn13Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin SR ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
5:37 Wellbutrin/bupropion initially came on the market in December 1985 then was pulled in March 1986 because of a greater risk of seizures than the manufacturer thought. It was re-released in July 1989.
I have been taking zoloft for over 2 years and have been considering taking bupropion because my depression is still hanging on. Ive also been intersted because I want to quit smoking and lose weight. I think this video has convinced me to discuss this medication with my PCP.
@@fatboyfromdamidwest2 the problem is with mental health systems is they focus on what's wrong with you, instead of what's right and working on that to counter the bad!!
@@fatboyfromdamidwest2 how are you now? I'm on Zoloft 150 mg (was on 200 felt like a zombie on that dose) in going through a laspe in intrusive thoughts and depression after I Lost Loved one's in a car accident. Even before that happened I was losing interest in most things. I was in the city with the longest Lock down in the world, which I think has only now hit me mentally after 2 years of lockdowns
I haven’t been formally tested for ADHD yet (6 more weeks!), but gave been on buproprion for just over 3 months now for ADHD symptoms. GAME. CHANGER. I’m hoping to combine that with Vyvanse. Glad to hear it’s working well for you!
I have been taking this on and off for ten years and it is the only anti depressant I wish to take - I have bipolar 2 which is predominantly depressive. It helps me think so much clearer.
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
I’ve had horrible depression and anxiety since Covid.. it felt like a chore to even make myself smile. No motivation to do anything and work or the smallest thing would through me down a spiral and I would catastrophize everything. I’ve been on Lexapro for about 6 months which helped some with anxiety but I still was depressed and no motivation. My dr added on Wellbutrin about 3 weeks ago and for the first time in almost 3 years I am calm, even tempered, able to focus, not as stressed, and not losing my mind or having a break down weekly. I hope it continues to work for me but if you are having issues, keep trying new things and keep going.. the help you need is out there. Thinking of everyone struggling with mental health, you are not alone ❤
I am taking Bupropion XL 150 with Effexor XL 187.5 I have been on Effexor XL for years. The Bupropion took me out of my breakthrough depression and lack of motivation and works for me but I have very bad tremors in the morning.
I'm glad to hear your depression has improved with adding Bupropion. The tremors are most likely a result of increased norepinephrine. Talk with your provider about possibly lowering the Effexor back to 150XL, that may help. Or if you are fine with the tremor and it goes away, not affecting your daily functioning you may choose to stay on what you are on if it is working well for you, as lowering the Effexor comes with a risk of returning symptoms.
I’ve been taking Wellbutrin for 8 months now, I love the effect it has given me. It’s definitely helped me out, the one major side effect I actually got was rare. I have severe ache because of it, I’ve never had a pimple on my face. I haven’t stopped taking it though, I’m married already so technically I don’t care lol. I’ll take ache over depression any day
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to depression ! This is the one and only symptom I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling ???
Absolutely loved this video! Excellent job explaining the pros & cons of Wellbutrin! Great job on covering the historical aspect of this medication as well! Thank you!
Thank you! Many practitioners don't know why Bupropion is the only antidepressant with contraindication for seizure, when all other antidepressants also come with similar risk. Also, interestingly enough a recent study found that Citalopram and Escitalopram had greater seizure risks in the elderly than Bupropion. Reference///Finkelstein, Y., Macdonald, E. M., Li, P., Mamdani, M. M., Gomes, T., & Juurlink, D. N. (2018). Second-generation anti-depressants and risk of new-onset seizures in the elderly. Clinical Toxicology (15563650), 56(12), 1179-1184. doi-org.libproxy.eku.edu/10.1080/15563650.2018.1483025 ////
I took it years ago for quitting smoking, 3 pack a day habit, I was able to. It was difficult but before it was impossible. Later I needed an anti depressant so we tried Bupropion since I had not had any bad reaction to it. It's helping me work but oddly I crave food constantly and have ringing in my ears as well. After months of use I also find I am having trouble focusing. Wish I knew why I don't react the same as others, I could very much use a weight loss effect etc. On the plus side it hasn't changed my personality or thought patterns in any unpleasant way, I also cry a lot less and am more even tempered. I am going through menopause as well, helps with all the mood swinging.
I just started taking this in hopes to lose some weight. I have taken it in the past for depression and found it to be helpful. I'm taking 150 mgs in the morning. We will see. Thanks for the information 😊
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
I was recently put on this drug for anxiety. I love it. I was forgetting appointments and stressing unnecessarily. Just scatter brained. I haven't noticed any energy, but I just called my doctor this morning about weight gain. Like 9 pounds in a month kind of gain. I don't want to give it up, this leads me to believe I might need a higher dose. My doctor will tell me.
The information in this video combined with the comments has motivated me to begin taking my bupropion meds. I’ve had them for a week but haven’t started because I’m so cautious & scared when it comes to meds/side effects but I’m looking forward to it now especially reading all the successes stories in the comments. I’ve had depression my whole life but it got way worse last year after birthing my 3rd child & getting postpartum depression for the first time. Thx for this very informative video!
I started taking my bupropion after my 3rd child was born & it has really helped me! Its been 14 yrs now & I've been on the same dose. 150mg 2x a day. I'm thinking of increasing it but haven't talked to my Dr yet. I'm in the early stages of menopause so I'm sure there's many factors, considering.
I was scrolling on RUclips when I randomly saw this video about Wellbutrin. It instantly reminded me how I almost died on it 20 years ago (currently in my 40's) because it induced a panic attack while I was driving. Keep in mind I never had a panic attack in my life before taking the drug or after I discontinued Wellbutrin 20 something years ago. Has anyone else had a panic attack from it?
I had horrible side effects from it. It made me very agitated at first and then within days I was much worse. I had confusion and was out of my mind. I ended up calling 911 on myself and trying to put myself in a hospital. It was about 15 years ago. The hospital wouldn’t admit me but they sent me to a residential crisis center for a week. It’s similar to the hospital except that it’s not a locked ward and the people there aren’t usually a danger to themselves or others. They helped me realize it was from the Wellbutrin…I was so confused that I couldn’t even figure that much out. They took me off it, and i immediately started getting better. I was only on it for less than a week. I have adhd and I take adderall with none of those side effects, in fact, it calms me. I also take Lexapro (an SSRI) and I want to start to taper off it. I am tapering off the klonopin first. I took 3mg a day of klonopin for decades and it’s taken me 3 years to get down to .5 mg. Honestly, I wish I never took any of them.
I've been on the SSRI Cipralex for over a decade. Now the doctor has told me it may not be as effective anymore, and will be prescribing Wellbutrin. I'm enthusiastic, not only for managing my anxiety and depression. I feel I always struggled with my weight on Cipralex - I've heard even before this video that some report increased cravings to be a side effect with it, excited to hear Wellbutrin may do at least a bit of the opposite. I imagine it'll still come down to my personal choices, but nice to know this might assist with more than one of my challenges in life. Thank you for the clear and informative video!
@@WakaZOfficial I'm on day 4 as a I post this and I feel like the intrusive thoughts which contribute to anxiety have lessened quite a bit. Still feeling some anxiety here and there. I don't know if its actually the drug causing positive changes for this though, since it's still so early in my use of it.
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
My Dr said I would be much better and ask why nobody prescribed this med to me before. I was pretty skeptical about that statement, but now I believe it. I had tried 4 types of antidepressants before bupropion! The one that kinda worked was flouxetine but I was still lacking something. Even though I don't feel like I can conquer the world, I actually feel way better than before.
It can be prescribed in Australia for depression, I've used it 2 years ago. Maybe just not all doctors are aware of its off label antidepressant benefits. It's a good option to try if SSRIs don't work
It's been withdrawn in the UK while it's investigated for carcinogenic properties caused by either production and/or storage. Can't believe it's still available in the US. I'm desperate to go back on it. Can't get anymore until it gets the all clear. Hopefully.
Wellbutrin XR. Gave me Acute Liver Failure!! Thank God He healed me with my own liver. I was placed at top of the transplant list, but as soon as they stopped giving me that… I was healed ❤
I'm on 300mg dose of Zoloft and 450mg Bupropion (Elontril in my country, no Wellbutrin named here) daily and I also take 600mg of Lyrica (Pregabalin). Clonazepam up to 2mg if needed. My depression finally starts to be pretty mild, I was severely depressed for 10 years. Now this combination kind of works against my depression.
I'm glad I'm not the only one that thought this, but these seem to be really high prescribes amounts, unless your body weight is really high. I hope your ok
The best medication for me. I suffered from bipolar depression for years till my doctor suggested this drug. Now it’s been 7 years and even with mild occasional mostly season related depression episodes, I can function to the fullest.
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
Starting this today. Trying to find the right cocktail. So happens that I'm on Zoloft and you mentioned that in the video. Wish me success. Best to all of you. P.S. Thanks for being so detailed in your videos.😁
One of my 55 years old male patient was on Effexor 150 mg and Trintellex 20 mg daily for at least 3 months . He had insomina, severe restlessness leg syndrome writer's cramps and severe anhedonia lack of motivation energy and drive. History of last10 years of moderate depression and used mostly SSRI, SNRI, VORTIOXETINE etc. His both medication were stopped and was put on wellbutrin 150 mg and some Xanax few days. After 1 week he was entirely a new person with lot of symptoms relief. Kindly through light🙏
I am on 300 mg Bupropion/ day and i never was more hungry, except smoking weed 😁 (not bad, because I am pretty unable to gain weight). It’s really weird though because other stimulants (like MDMA or Amphetamine) make me absolutely unable to eat. And new studies suggested that Bupropion is actually also releasing Dopamine, although as she said it’s really not a lot. The norepinephrine release and re uptake is really what makes most people feel the effects.
I took this drug for two months and it was the most miserable experience I've ever had with medication. I had every side effect except seizure and psychosis. Dizziness, and a perpetual headache that nothing touched. When I started no one mentioned tachycardia and blood pressure, which became serious. These problems persisted after I stopped taking it. Dizziness and headache continued, it was 3-4 months before I felt normal again. Today, 18 years later I am still on medication for the tachycardia, which was never a problem before.
Wow! Sorry to hear that you had such a bad experience, that must've been scary. Unfortunately, these medications aren't for everyone. It's not a one size fits all. But I appreciate you sharing your experience with us.
@@LevelheadedMind Thank you for the comment. I have since become very cautious about medications, sometimes to the frustration of my doctors. Until this video I had never heard about the tachycardia or high blood pressure side effects. I never had a problem prior to taking this drug. Before the Buproprion I was taking Valproic Acid, which caused a 30 pound weight gain. But even then my blood pressure was not extreme, generally 130s/80s. And heart rate remarkably low for being in such poor athletic shape. Stopped the Valproic Acid, started Bupropion, lost some 10-12 pounds during that 2 months on it, managed to get in much better athletic condition despite the side effects (weird, the headache disappeared while I was running but returned when I stopped). My blood pressure went to 160s/90s. AFTER losing weight and getting in better shape. Sometimes the diastolic was over 100. Heart rate increased to where it would frequently be around 100 most of the day. Then I started getting serious heart palpitations, I'd lay awake all night with my chest pounding. At 100+ a minute. Got so scared I went to the hospital. That's when I began heart medication which now, 18 years later, I still need, even though I was on Bupropion for only 2 months in 2004. I have often asked doctors etc about how these heart conditions started and all I got was "no one knows what causes these things, here, take some more drugs." This video is the first verification that the Bupropion might have been the cause.
You probably took the ones with instant release and also a high dosage. Today the pills do have a slow release over the whole day. Still, there is definitely a certain risk for such negative effects. I am sorry to hear that it went so bad for you
Real antidepressants involve the boost of dopamine whereas SSRIs are really used to quell anxieties and especially trauma by calming the amygdalae with serotonin whereas Dopamine, or the lack of it is responsible for depression and any Wellbutrin works for that than SSRIs which also cause lack of pleasure or even inability to be one’s self as they would certain worsen depression as SSRIs can cause that.
Just started taking this med. I have been on Paxil for 25 years and when my husband passed I was doing fine, but at eight months I just fell apart. My doctor, and internal med md offered to change my med. I am hopeful that I will feel better soon. I have hope.
This drug was first used to aid cigarette smokers in quitting the habit. Somewhere down the line it started being used as an antidepressant. This drug has some of the worst side effects I've ever experienced. I would rage and be almost foaming at the mouth angry all the time for no good reason. I lost my job at the time because of Wellbutrin. I couldn't control all of the negative emotions I was feeling. Never again. A total nightmare drug for me!
I almost unalived myself on wellbutrin and just a few drinks. Kinda scary, im surpsied and lucky to still be alive, it is powerful, almost like amphetamines but in a stranger way, be careful , i dont recommend it to anybody. Im on 20mg prozac since 2 months and feel much better, wellbutrin can make your anxiety insane. It will give you motivation though, but at what price? And i lost half my hair from it!
The thing I like most about Wellbutrin is the instant results. If I am having a crappy day, 100-300mg of Wellbutrin will turn the whole day around. I also just quit smoking cigs a few weeks ago and didn't even realize that the Wellbutrin may have played a part. I've smoked for 20 years. I am now 35 and just quit cold turkey without much withdraw if any. I also don't mind being around smokers.... it's odd but I have noooo complaints. =)
Im quiting vaping. I started taking wellbutrin 2 weeks ago, and stopped vaping 5 days ago. First week I had problems with sleeping, now it's fine. I don't have cravings, I lost my interest in vaping, Because it didnt give me pleasure anymore. It is awsome. First time I was quitting cold turkey and it was awful. Wellbutrin made it easy
LadyFerenczy Hi, I'm just seeing this video today. I too smoked cigarettes for years, quit but started to vape. I'm calling my doctor to get wellbutrin tomorrow. Are you still smoke free? Did you feel the benefits of the meds immediately? I'm hoping it will help me. Thanks for your time.
@@rosemarygaeta8205 Oh it helped me a lot. Quitting was easy, but after time I still struggle a bit. I was taking wellbutrin for 7weeks and in that time I was fine, but brain tends to fall back in the old rails, I crave smoking a bit, but its menageable. In first week I had side effects, problems with sleeping, it passed. I think it's very good medicine, but it wont do everything for You, it will lessen Your suffering. First time I had quit cold turkey It was terrible 1/10, don't reccomend, with wellbutrin it was easy peasy. :)
Im on it since 2 weeks and its nice, the best way i can describe it is. If i was in a war, with wellbutrin id be at the front wanting to win the war, without it id be hiding hahha.
i started with tiny doses and still noticed a big difference. it WILL do that....idk why some start up with a straight to 150mg. i wouldnt dare... its like having 2 coffees (and im talking about the tiny dose)
I started taking bupropion 75mg twice a day over a month ago and felt some positive effects like confidence and less negative thoughts. But a couple weeks later, felt nothing again and asked my Dr for an increase but said I need more time. A few weeks later and still feel nothing but anger, frustration, dry mouth headaches. Went one day without it and felt so much better and calm. Never felt any help for my adhd. Not sure I want an increase or to continue taking it since there are no positive benefits so far. I really doubt I'm going to feel any better the longer I go.
Hi Paul, thanks for sharing your experience. Therapeutic dosing starts at 150mg, either twice a day with SR or once a day with XL. Though I have seen results with the 150mg SR just once daily. Perhaps you can ask your doctor to try that and go from there, but 75mg twice a day isn't going to do it.
@@LevelheadedMind I will probably discontinue the medication and get on vyvanse. I've had great results with adderall in the past so hopefully this will work the same or better. If I do stay on wellbutrin, I'll need a much higher dose, perhaps the SR or XL but my dr seems to want to go slow. I've already wasted a lot of my life with depression so waiting is not something I'm willing to do especially on a med that may not work. Do you have any advise on taking vyvanse? Thanks.
@@static2601 vyvanse is a great treatment for ADHD. It can also boost mood and increase motivation. I wish you the best on your mental health care journey.
@@rosieg6951 I stopped taking it and got on vyvanse 20mg. Working better for my depression and add but feel it's too low of a dose and will be asking for a higher dose.
Made me motion sick and my ears ring. Was only on it 2 weeks and both symptoms have never gone away completely after years. I now have permanent issues with vertigo and tinnitus.
i also switched off paxil to wellbutrin. the paxil worked for a few weeks, then the depression came back. it also made me extremely tired all the time.
@@MsFoundIT i've been on wellbutrin for 3 weeks now, at the starting dose of 150mg. i haven't felt depressed, and i've been waking up earlier. for years i was sleeping for 9+ hours a night and would still wake up tired and not wanting to get out of bed. now i can sleep less hours and feel more energetic than before.
@@dolly.uwu. Thank you very much for sharing your experience of it. Hearing your positive story gives me hope. I had tried Welbutrin before but not been on it for long enough to see results due to my frequent need for lab tests for my hormonal condition (used to be excess hormone due to a tumor and now suspected to have less than needed to function well). I hope someday soon (after I get my diagnosis confirmed) with the help of antidepressants and hormone replacement med/s to feel interested and happy with living this life. Thanks again!
I am switching from 75 mg bupropion to 150 mg bupropion per diem for ADD and depression. I am interested in knowing 1. how long it takes SR bupropion to start diffusing into my blood when I eat it, and 2. how long after it starts diffusing into my blood it lasts (half-life ?) there, and is this dose-dependent ? I have none of the side effects you mentioned in the video. I switched from fluoxetine HCl to bupropion. Is there anything else I should watch out for in myself insofar as changes in my seratonin levels ?
I’ve never been allergic to any foods or medications or Anything in my life. But Wellbutrin Was the one & only medication where I found myself breaking out with severe hives, I don’t know what it is about this medication & why that would happen, But I had to discontinue it for that reason.
My Dr just replaced my Zoloft with Wellbutrin... He added it to my lithium and lamictal. I guess after 4 years of the same cocktail, it needed a change... My depression part of my bipolar 1 got heavier and heavier this last 2 months. I'm hoping for the best
How does Wellbutrin feel compared to adderall/stimulants? I have ADD and anxiety/depression, and have been on stimulants for a decade. Now, the side effects of adderrall-horrible anxiety, overactive CNS, etc- have gotten really bad for me, and I am trying to stop adderall. My doc suggested Wellbutrin. I am concerned that it will feel just like adderall, with all the similar side effects I am trying to get away from. Can someone advise me on this? Does Wellbutrin feel at all similar to adderall in this regard?
Wellbutrin has a slight possibility/side effect of making some people anxious - however it's nothing near the type of anxiety that Adderall or other stimulants. Most people don't get any anxiety effect at all on Wellbutrin. Talk with your Dr about it. Good luck & best wishes.
like 2 years ago i went to the doctor asking for trazedone they game paxil insted and i was feeling good with that but with a whole lack of motivation and low libido so I had to quit I believe that if the doctor was good enough would have prescribe bupropion and paxil or just bupropion instead of just paxil
I think I need to discuss this with my Doctor. I'm taking fluoxetine and quetiapine and it's not working 😢 and it's making me sleep to much. I don't know if fluoxetine and brupopion can be a good combo🤔
Creo que no se puede porque las metabolizan el mismo citocromo. He escuchado de combinaciones así: Escitalopram con bupropion Venlafaxina con bupropion Y paroxetina con bupropion Y la última es mirtazapina con bupropion😊
I have been taking bupropion for over 15 years I’m only taking 75 mg a day is it safe to go off gradually? Is there any side effects to just stopping i it cause I feel it’s making me sick and dizzy not sure if the manufacture changed but it’s not working for me anymore
I have been taking this medication to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder for 18 years. It has worked well for me. However, I did try to go off of it one summer and it was very, very difficult to do. I tapered down slowly for 5 weeks, and it was tough. I am not planning to do this ever again.
Ive been taking the same dose of bubropion for over 10 yrs & the last 2 bottles i received, have smelled terrible. Ive done some "googling", talked to 2 different doctors & my pharmacist. They all seem to think its not harmful or expired. Can anyone offer any insight or knowledge from experience?
I was given Zyban SR 150mg it cost me $65 today for depression and I dont smoke ,is it the same as Wellbutrin, I am very fearful of side effects for I am very sensitive,hope it helps,been not wanting to take any anti depression meds,read this one jas less side effects
I'm on sertraline 100mg (it really helped with anxiety) and now I'm also on buproprion 300mg extended release. Sertraline, especially at 200mg, in conjunction with some life stuff, made me apathetic and somewhat depressed but really improved my anxiety and OCD. Buproprion has helped get me out of that slump and interested in life again as well as being more social. However, I find I get anxious, have jitters, the occasional anxious/paranoid thought and hot flushes (super annoying) now. Ive been on SSRIs for almost 2 years now hopefully I will come off in the next few months. And I'm trying to stop my vaping and excessive caffeine habit which is just bad for mental health in general and anxiety in particular. I hope I can manage without these
Hello, I suffer with mild anxiety and the main issues caused for me are concentration and memory issues. I have never taken an anti-depressant as I am not sure the side effects are worth it. However, I have been researching wellbutrin and I believe it could aid my issues. Although, I was wondering if you could answer this question; if I start taking Wellbutrin and the side effects are not worth it, if I stop the medication, what will happen? I have read stories where peoples mental issues get worse when they come off medication than they were before?
Hi Thomas, thanks for watching the video and for your question. Wellbutrin has little to no risk of abstinence syndrome, which commonly occurs with the SSRI and SNRI antidepressants. That being said, even with those antidepressants, you have to be on the medication longer than 2 months to be at risk for it. So, you should know by 2 months if you can tolerate Bupropion, and then if not, can stop it without any adverse effects. However, I always advise talking it over with your doctor first as there may be underlying reasons you are not tolerating the medication that they may want to test for. Another thing to consider is that Bupropion is great for those symptoms of concentration and memory issues, however, it can be stimulating. So if you have anxiety, it may not be a good choice for you if you cannot overcome those stimulating effects as it can make you more anxious. Another approach to this would be Trintellix, which is great for anxiety and can also improve concentration and memory. I just made a video about this medication so be sure to check that out. The same applies to Trintellix, in that if you have intolerable side effects and stop taking it before 2 months, you will be fine and not have any rebound or abstinence effects. I hope this helps, and wish you well on your mental health care journey. 🙏🏽
Thank you so much for your reply. I have taken on board what you have said and it’s admirable the amount of comments you reply to. I very rarely suffer with low mood more anxiety/brain fog/lower energy/mental fatigue. So trying to see if there’s anything that can aid this
I'm a bit bummed. I took non generic Wellbutrin 20 years ago and I can remember how immediate the results were. Now with generic I feel like I'm waiting for a miracle.
Yes I'm taking clonazapam can I still take wellbutrin or when and if should I take both???? My first dose was today 150mlg how about my clonazapam what are the risk
It’s pretty much like watered down adderal to me. You can potentiate with methyl folate and methy B12 Also lowers blood pressure which is a beneficial side effect for me as mine was borderline to high, now borderline to normal
i take Bupropion 3x150mg and pram oxalate 3x10mg this was increased a couple of months. The escitalopram increase helped the depression. Still, no energy i was thinking that I drop 1 and only take only the Bupropion??? I receive these from the VA..
I’m on it about a week & 1/2 and my mouth is always dry. I haven’t been able to fall asleep as easily being on the medicine. It has helped my depression. I’m hoping they will subside within the weeks to come.
I have a prescription for bupropion but first need to get of citalopram, I had 40, now 30, starting tomorrow 20, next week 10 and than stop and take bupropion.. Because my Docter says I can't have both.. But I read many times on the internet that people use both..
Yes, it's typically safe to be on both, you may want to ask them why they feels this way, also suggest taking the citalopram at night and Bupropion during the day may persuade them to do it. Having to come off citalopram alone then switch can cause return of depressive symptoms that can be more difficult to treat, especially if you are early on in your treatment. I hope this helps and good luck 👍
This stuff gives me the worst panic attack I've ever had. Have tried 5x but by the 3rd if not before my anxiety goes off the chart. Nope, not gonna do it again.
2weeks XL 150, 2 weeks XL 300..When I took 150mm, I was happy that my head was spinning, but not long after taking 300mm, I suddenly got suicidal thoughts after anxiety and anxiety. I felt a serious suicidal impulse. I live in Seoul and it's hard to find information about psychiatric side effects. Only recently did I know the difference between antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, mood controllers, and mood stabilizers. Sometimes when I got angry, I went to the hospital a few times, but I didn't take as much medicine as I do now.. Lithium, Qurokel, indenol, Xanax.. I don't know if this drug helps me.. There are many side effects other than hand shaking. Please save me
I don’t have any allergies, but 1wk after increasing the dose i have rash and itchiness all over my body. Is this common? Should I stop it altogether? I need to make appointment before I talk to my prescriber.
Hi Kathleen. Definitely check with your provider it may or may not be from the medication. There are other things that may cause rash including laundry detergent, perfumes, foods, especially wheat, and many other things. Best to discuss with your doctor first before making any changes. Of coarse if your symptoms worsen or become life threatening, go to the ER.
Some SSRIs increase cravings for food, namely carbohydrates, due to increasing hunger hormones. I do not know of the association with alcohol. However, if you are dealing with this Naltrexone 25mg twice a day can be helpful to reduce cravings for alcohol and food.
Does Saint Johns wort interact with Bupropion? I forgot to tell my Psychiatrist that i take Saint Johns wort (1800mg). Seeing that Saint Johns wort is an SSRI there should be no problems i think?
There is a potential for St. John's wort to induce the metabolism of Bupropion making it less effective. There is a small risk of serotonin syndrome but with such a high dose that you are taking that risk maybe increased. Furthermore, if you are taking other medications, there could be potential interactions as St.Johns wort has many drug interactions. So please tell your doctor you are taking this!
@@LevelheadedMind thank you 😁 I’ve lifted weights for 20years and used supplements in the beginning but got very big just from eating increasing my calories so I’ve always wondered what supplements does to your organs
My doctor prescribed me Bupoprion and prior to that, I’m taking a noortropics, Qualia mind to be specific. The noortropics did really works for me but I stopped it because my doctor doesn’t want me to take it. She gave me bupoprion instead. To be honest, I’m on my two weeks now with 300 mg of wellbutrin and I don’t think it’s working for me. Having brain fog all the time and lack of focus. Unlike when I was taking Noortropics, I was energetic, I can read all day, and I don’t have any brain fog episodes. I still have 21 pills for my Bupoprion, I wanted to stop it and switch back to my noortropics. but I read that you shouldn’t stop it abruptly. Is it ok to take bupoprion and nootropics together?
I am not sure what is in that formula of nootropics. But you need to have this conversation with your doctor explaining what you just said. They can direct you on next best steps.
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Was on this med for over 2 decades. A self-employrd remodeler, specializing in kitchens and baths, I found myself looking for anything to go wrong on the job so I could quit and go home by noon. Was given Wellbutrin because "it has an energy component", per my Dr..I never noticed increased energy, but was surprised to find myself able to put in a full days work by the end of the first week. When a frustrating problem arose,, I simply solved it and kept working. Eventually decided to stop the med as no longer needed. Never lost much weight, but did stop a 51 year smoking habit. Today, as an 82yo widower, I have no motivation to do even simple tasks like shave and shower. Expecting new scrip for buproprion to arrive in mail this week, and pray that it works again, like it did back in 1992!
I pray it helps you
Here's to hoping you are already feeling better.
Did it work?
How’s it going? Did you end up getting the instant release or the extended release?
.I never noticed increased energy, but was surprised to find myself able to put in a full days work by the end of the first week
I've been taking Buproprion for over a year now to treat my Depression & ADHD (inattentive type) and I have to say I wish I had discovered this medication a decade ago. I was unaware of the appetite suppression side effect and finding that out is really helpful. Thanks for the detailed breakdown of this drug. ❤
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to depression ! This is the one and only symptom I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling ???
I'm so happy to see all of these positive comments. I just began taking it this morning, and I'm even more hopeful after reading how many people have had their quality of life change significantly ❤❤❤
How’s it going for you?
@nickkendall7 I will say that the medication had been helping....I had some issues with my psychiatrist and then my mother passed away June 25 and now I'm back down on the floor, pulling myself up all over again. I've now lost my only brother and my mother in the span of 3 years and 3 months. Alone in the world doesn't feel so great, especially with my mental health issues. I do have a support system, but this is the worst pain I've felt in my entire existence, and I'm scared of how long I'm going to feel like this 💔 😞
@@nicolea6601I’m so very sorry for your loss. One day at a time. You’ll have decent days, good days, and just godawful days. I won’t say it gets better, adjusting to that new normal, but you WILL get through. My heartfelt condolences and best wishes to you.
@TheRonnieaj Thank you so much 🙏🏼🥹❤️. Your words resonate and are exactly what I needed this morning before work. Blessings, love!
@@nicolea6601How are you doing? I hope everything is going great for you
I've been taking It for the last 2 months and I feel great! I was very worried about taking any kind of medication but this was worth it. My life has improved significantly.
ive been eating voxra (bupropion) in 2 years and im feeling so great. Its make me happy and give me energy
Any side effects? Does it make you feel anxious?
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
@@andreasjohansson9156Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
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was just prescribed welbutrin by psych to treat adhd, moderate anxiety n mild depreaaion. this is so informative and straightforward. Thank you! my only suggestion would be to get a good external microphone so its easier to understand for hard of hearing folks. Again, thank you so so much for this video👏
Any updates on the meds and how you've been feeling?
Yes please update
Ithink its great if the 24 hour one. the 12 hour lots of sideeffects
I’m concerned with the insomnia, I get it badly. I deal with Dry Mouth, that can affect my sleep badly, too.
Just got this med from pharmacy and planning to start tomorrow. I am very fearful when it comes to new meds... So this video was very encouraging
The only thing that cured me of chronic fatigue due to bipolar 2 depression. It saved my life. Thanks for this excellent video!
After how long of taking it took away the fatigue, I am dealing with horrible constant fatigue inam day 9 not changes still. 75 mg
Quelbree and bupropion has changed my freaking life! I can function in life so much more effectively. If you’re reading this and scared please know it’s ok. You are on the right track by protecting your over health. Do not allow those nagging thoughts to take over. Or other people’s opinion. Be brave advocate for yourself know you are not alone!! Peace and many blessings.❤️💕
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
I've never heard of Quelbree!
How many mg if Wellbutrin are you on ?
@@MMAdiehardfan 300mg
@@ttbay2 did you start on that dosage ? Also did it give you anxiety or negative symptoms for example weird nightmares
Wellbutrin is changing my life for the better. Highly recommend.
I started a few weeks. Still waiting
@@randydiaz9074 any luck with the med
I’m day 4 and having hard time with headaches. Really hope it goes away soon.
It changed my life also
@@jmoss2543 I had dizziness spells for about three weeks but they subsided.
Clear, straight to the point, not repetitive, infographic, educational.
Hello, thank for the video, i just got a prescription of Bupropion because my sleeping cycle is completely disrupted. my sleep comes when ever it feels like or not at all for days .
I have noticed a few things:
1. The first day of taking it was an exciting day. I was so nice to everyone and did feel the need to hide from people.
2. I went to bed when I felt like strangely before midnight. which has not happened in over 3 years. if it did happen then It was sudden without preparing for it.
3. I just want do everything I liked to do again.
I wish there was more videos like this where people get to the point and don't jump around the bush this video go straight to the point I love this video I'm actually subscribe now I am from Germany by the way
Thank you!
Her voice is so calming! I'm gonna go take a nap now. See you guys later 💤
THANK YOU!!! As someone with epilepsy who suffers from depression this is the only video I have found that is clear about the seizure risks with this drug!!!
You're welcome, glad you found it useful.
Don't be scared your whole life take some risks
as she said, nearly all antidepressants have an increased risk of seizure, but the standsrd doses they start patient's at now are around 150 mg, nowhere near the old max dose of 900mg--which, again, was causing issues with bulimic patients
@@VeggieRice yeah that was clear when she stated it in the video…
@@jameshinebaugh1881Always helps to reiterate important information
Before the generics were released, I was on brand name Wellbutrin XL and it was literally life changing, transformative, amazing stuff!
Brand name is a totally different medication. The generics are pretty garbage. I know that most generic medications are overall equivalent to their brand name counterparts but this just isn't the case with Wellbutrin. Luckily the brand name SR from GlaxoSmithKline is still available: just extremely expensive.
@@pegacorn13 generics go through a rigorous process to prove they are bioequivalent to the brand name. this literally reads like an ad for GSK--either that or you have nocebo going on
@@pegacorn13Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin SR ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
@@pegacorn13 you can buy it in turkey over the counter, 15 dollar a box
5:37 Wellbutrin/bupropion initially came on the market in December 1985 then was pulled in March 1986 because of a greater risk of seizures than the manufacturer thought. It was re-released in July 1989.
fair to mention that the increased risk was because of the dosage of it. (as far as ive heard)
I have been taking zoloft for over 2 years and have been considering taking bupropion because my depression is still hanging on. Ive also been intersted because I want to quit smoking and lose weight. I think this video has convinced me to discuss this medication with my PCP.
Glad to help. Definitely worth a discussion and make sure there are no contraindications for the treatment.
@@LevelheadedMind My doctor thought it was a great med to try so ive been on it just shy of a week now. Ill update when i notice any changes.
@@fatboyfromdamidwest2 the problem is with mental health systems is they focus on what's wrong with you, instead of what's right and working on that to counter the bad!!
@@fatboyfromdamidwest2 how are you now? I'm on Zoloft 150 mg (was on 200 felt like a zombie on that dose) in going through a laspe in intrusive thoughts and depression after I Lost Loved one's in a car accident. Even before that happened I was losing interest in most things. I was in the city with the longest Lock down in the world, which I think has only now hit me mentally after 2 years of lockdowns
My doctor added it to my Zoloft. What a difference. Night and day for me.
This and Vyvanse together help my ADHD better than anything I've tried.
I haven’t been formally tested for ADHD yet (6 more weeks!), but gave been on buproprion for just over 3 months now for ADHD symptoms. GAME. CHANGER. I’m hoping to combine that with Vyvanse. Glad to hear it’s working well for you!
what about now?
I have been taking this on and off for ten years and it is the only anti depressant I wish to take - I have bipolar 2 which is predominantly depressive. It helps me think so much clearer.
I am glad you found a treatment that is working well for you.
I’m worried that my generic brand is not good enough..I’ve never been able to try the original Wellbutrin that everyone says was amazing
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
I’ve had horrible depression and anxiety since Covid.. it felt like a chore to even make myself smile. No motivation to do anything and work or the smallest thing would through me down a spiral and I would catastrophize everything. I’ve been on Lexapro for about 6 months which helped some with anxiety but I still was depressed and no motivation. My dr added on Wellbutrin about 3 weeks ago and for the first time in almost 3 years I am calm, even tempered, able to focus, not as stressed, and not losing my mind or having a break down weekly. I hope it continues to work for me but if you are having issues, keep trying new things and keep going.. the help you need is out there. Thinking of everyone struggling with mental health, you are not alone ❤
forget the ssris. i havent heard anyone saying they actually felt GOOD on ssris....
I am taking Bupropion XL 150 with Effexor XL 187.5 I have been on Effexor XL for years. The Bupropion took me out of my breakthrough depression and lack of motivation and works for me but I have very bad tremors in the morning.
I'm glad to hear your depression has improved with adding Bupropion. The tremors are most likely a result of increased norepinephrine. Talk with your provider about possibly lowering the Effexor back to 150XL, that may help. Or if you are fine with the tremor and it goes away, not affecting your daily functioning you may choose to stay on what you are on if it is working well for you, as lowering the Effexor comes with a risk of returning symptoms.
I’ve been taking Wellbutrin for 8 months now, I love the effect it has given me. It’s definitely helped me out, the one major side effect I actually got was rare. I have severe ache because of it, I’ve never had a pimple on my face. I haven’t stopped taking it though, I’m married already so technically I don’t care lol. I’ll take ache over depression any day
I can't find it anymore in where I live . I thought it were dsck tinues in The states
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to depression ! This is the one and only symptom I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling ???
@@ashuvijay7031I’m on month 3 and it definitely has helped my sex drive. 💯 5 stars!
I keep getting pimples and headaches, too! I was wondering what it was from! Wow!
Absolutely loved this video! Excellent job explaining the pros & cons of Wellbutrin! Great job on covering the historical aspect of this medication as well! Thank you!
Thank you! Many practitioners don't know why Bupropion is the only antidepressant with contraindication for seizure, when all other antidepressants also come with similar risk. Also, interestingly enough a recent study found that Citalopram and Escitalopram had greater seizure risks in the elderly than Bupropion. Reference///Finkelstein, Y., Macdonald, E. M., Li, P., Mamdani, M. M., Gomes, T., & Juurlink, D. N. (2018). Second-generation anti-depressants and risk of new-onset seizures in the elderly. Clinical Toxicology (15563650), 56(12), 1179-1184. doi-org.libproxy.eku.edu/10.1080/15563650.2018.1483025 ////
I took it years ago for quitting smoking, 3 pack a day habit, I was able to. It was difficult but before it was impossible. Later I needed an anti depressant so we tried Bupropion since I had not had any bad reaction to it. It's helping me work but oddly I crave food constantly and have ringing in my ears as well. After months of use I also find I am having trouble focusing. Wish I knew why I don't react the same as others, I could very much use a weight loss effect etc. On the plus side it hasn't changed my personality or thought patterns in any unpleasant way, I also cry a lot less and am more even tempered. I am going through menopause as well, helps with all the mood swinging.
Some of these side effects you are having can be hormonal and may stabilize once through menopause.
I just started taking this in hopes to lose some weight. I have taken it in the past for depression and found it to be
helpful. I'm taking 150 mgs in the morning. We will see.
Thanks for the information 😊
How is It going?
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
@@ashuvijay7031 hey it working fine !
I was recently put on this drug for anxiety. I love it. I was forgetting appointments and stressing unnecessarily. Just scatter brained. I haven't noticed any energy, but I just called my doctor this morning about weight gain. Like 9 pounds in a month kind of gain. I don't want to give it up, this leads me to believe I might need a higher dose. My doctor will tell me.
The information in this video combined with the comments has motivated me to begin taking my bupropion meds. I’ve had them for a week but haven’t started because I’m so cautious & scared when it comes to meds/side effects but I’m looking forward to it now especially reading all the successes stories in the comments. I’ve had depression my whole life but it got way worse last year after birthing my 3rd child & getting postpartum depression for the first time. Thx for this very informative video!
I’m scared to take mine too. Dr prescribed 150mg but with all the side effects listed I’m too worried to take it.
I started taking my bupropion after my 3rd child was born & it has really helped me! Its been 14 yrs now & I've been on the same dose. 150mg 2x a day. I'm thinking of increasing it but haven't talked to my Dr yet. I'm in the early stages of menopause so I'm sure there's many factors, considering.
I do have some side effects which includes dry mouth & shakiness.
I'm in the same boat right now, did you ended up taking it, I'm so scared to do so but I think I'm experiencing ppd
I was scrolling on RUclips when I randomly saw this video about Wellbutrin. It instantly reminded me how I almost died on it 20 years ago (currently in my 40's) because it induced a panic attack while I was driving. Keep in mind I never had a panic attack in my life before taking the drug or after I discontinued Wellbutrin 20 something years ago. Has anyone else had a panic attack from it?
I had horrible side effects from it. It made me very agitated at first and then within days I was much worse. I had confusion and was out of my mind. I ended up calling 911 on myself and trying to put myself in a hospital. It was about 15 years ago. The hospital wouldn’t admit me but they sent me to a residential crisis center for a week. It’s similar to the hospital except that it’s not a locked ward and the people there aren’t usually a danger to themselves or others. They helped me realize it was from the Wellbutrin…I was so confused that I couldn’t even figure that much out. They took me off it, and i immediately started getting better. I was only on it for less than a week.
I have adhd and I take adderall with none of those side effects, in fact, it calms me. I also take Lexapro (an SSRI) and I want to start to taper off it. I am tapering off the klonopin first. I took 3mg a day of klonopin for decades and it’s taken me 3 years to get down to .5 mg. Honestly, I wish I never took any of them.
I've been on the SSRI Cipralex for over a decade. Now the doctor has told me it may not be as effective anymore, and will be prescribing Wellbutrin. I'm enthusiastic, not only for managing my anxiety and depression. I feel I always struggled with my weight on Cipralex - I've heard even before this video that some report increased cravings to be a side effect with it, excited to hear Wellbutrin may do at least a bit of the opposite. I imagine it'll still come down to my personal choices, but nice to know this might assist with more than one of my challenges in life.
Thank you for the clear and informative video!
You're welcome and I wish you well on your mental health care journey ✨️
Does it helped you anxiety? I'm on day 3 and i dont know how to describe my feelings , my doctor gave me Wellbutrin for Social Anxiety
@@WakaZOfficial I'm on day 4 as a I post this and I feel like the intrusive thoughts which contribute to anxiety have lessened quite a bit. Still feeling some anxiety here and there.
I don't know if its actually the drug causing positive changes for this though, since it's still so early in my use of it.
I would advise not using caffeine along side it if you have anxiety or that is my experience.
@@WakaZOfficialDr mentioned to me by to give it atleast 4 weeks before starting to do its job. How did it work out for you ?
Best video of many, many, I've watched. Thank You
Thank you! 😁
Super informative. I always feel better when I know what a medication is actually doing functionally in my brain.
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
@@ashuvijay7031Bhai effective han beleive kar baki fluxoteine sahi rahegi tere liye !
My Dr said I would be much better and ask why nobody prescribed this med to me before. I was pretty skeptical about that statement, but now I believe it. I had tried 4 types of antidepressants before bupropion! The one that kinda worked was flouxetine but I was still lacking something.
Even though I don't feel like I can conquer the world, I actually feel way better than before.
My brother and daughter successfully quit smoking while using this medication.
here in Australia it is only prescribed for smoking cessation.
How interesting... but I will say I think US tends to be a pro Pharmaceutical Country . That might have a bit to do with it.
@sheilabrennan4481 that's a very good point 👍
I am in Australia and today was given zyban SR for depression hope it works & I don't smoke
@@Chani-i5dhow’s the medication 💊 working for you?
It can be prescribed in Australia for depression, I've used it 2 years ago. Maybe just not all doctors are aware of its off label antidepressant benefits. It's a good option to try if SSRIs don't work
It's been withdrawn in the UK while it's investigated for carcinogenic properties caused by either production and/or storage. Can't believe it's still available in the US. I'm desperate to go back on it. Can't get anymore until it gets the all clear. Hopefully.
That sucks. It's been fda approved in the United States since 1985. It's a great medicine for alot of people
Sooooooo clear and informative, thank you! 🌸
Thank you for watching.
Wellbutrin XR. Gave me Acute Liver Failure!! Thank God He healed me with my own liver. I was placed at top of the transplant list, but as soon as they stopped giving me that… I was healed ❤
I'm on 300mg dose of Zoloft and 450mg Bupropion (Elontril in my country, no Wellbutrin named here) daily and I also take 600mg of Lyrica (Pregabalin). Clonazepam up to 2mg if needed. My depression finally starts to be pretty mild, I was severely depressed for 10 years. Now this combination kind of works against my depression.
OMG who gave you such big doses of medicines + clonazepam??? Are you an elephant?
Think u Re addicted to this substances
I hope that’s a joke! That’s way too much for your body to handle good grief!
I'm glad I'm not the only one that thought this, but these seem to be really high prescribes amounts, unless your body weight is really high. I hope your ok
@@SereneDivine23 I’m on 300 MG and I could not go any higher. Honestly I feel like 200 MG worked the same!
The best medication for me. I suffered from bipolar depression for years till my doctor suggested this drug. Now it’s been 7 years and even with mild occasional mostly season related depression episodes, I can function to the fullest.
Is it giving u any sexual side effects ? I am feeling energy less due to mild depression ! This is the one and only symptom of depression that I have ! Clonazepam and Escitalopram are giving me full relax but they also gave me sexual side effects ! Now My sexologist prescribed me wellburtin ! Is it benifitial for energyless feeling due to depression ???
R u taking wellburtin still now ?
Starting this today. Trying to find the right cocktail. So happens that I'm on Zoloft and you mentioned that in the video. Wish me success. Best to all of you. P.S. Thanks for being so detailed in your videos.😁
One of my 55 years old male patient was on Effexor 150 mg and Trintellex 20 mg daily for at least 3 months . He had insomina, severe restlessness leg syndrome writer's cramps and severe anhedonia lack of motivation energy and drive. History of last10 years of moderate depression and used mostly SSRI, SNRI, VORTIOXETINE etc. His both medication were stopped and was put on wellbutrin 150 mg and some Xanax few days. After 1 week he was entirely a new person with lot of symptoms relief. Kindly through light🙏
Thank you for this video. This was very helpful information to help me discuss this with my doctor. ❤
I am on 300 mg Bupropion/ day and i never was more hungry, except smoking weed 😁 (not bad, because I am pretty unable to gain weight). It’s really weird though because other stimulants (like MDMA or Amphetamine) make me absolutely unable to eat.
And new studies suggested that Bupropion is actually also releasing Dopamine, although as she said it’s really not a lot. The norepinephrine release and re uptake is really what makes most people feel the effects.
I took this drug for two months and it was the most miserable experience I've ever had with medication. I had every side effect except seizure and psychosis. Dizziness, and a perpetual headache that nothing touched. When I started no one mentioned tachycardia and blood pressure, which became serious.
These problems persisted after I stopped taking it. Dizziness and headache continued, it was 3-4 months before I felt normal again. Today, 18 years later I am still on medication for the tachycardia, which was never a problem before.
Wow! Sorry to hear that you had such a bad experience, that must've been scary. Unfortunately, these medications aren't for everyone. It's not a one size fits all. But I appreciate you sharing your experience with us.
@@LevelheadedMind Thank you for the comment. I have since become very cautious about medications, sometimes to the frustration of my doctors.
Until this video I had never heard about the tachycardia or high blood pressure side effects. I never had a problem prior to taking this drug. Before the Buproprion I was taking Valproic Acid, which caused a 30 pound weight gain. But even then my blood pressure was not extreme, generally 130s/80s. And heart rate remarkably low for being in such poor athletic shape. Stopped the Valproic Acid, started Bupropion, lost some 10-12 pounds during that 2 months on it, managed to get in much better athletic condition despite the side effects (weird, the headache disappeared while I was running but returned when I stopped). My blood pressure went to 160s/90s. AFTER losing weight and getting in better shape. Sometimes the diastolic was over 100. Heart rate increased to where it would frequently be around 100 most of the day. Then I started getting serious heart palpitations, I'd lay awake all night with my chest pounding. At 100+ a minute. Got so scared I went to the hospital. That's when I began heart medication which now, 18 years later, I still need, even though I was on Bupropion for only 2 months in 2004.
I have often asked doctors etc about how these heart conditions started and all I got was "no one knows what causes these things, here, take some more drugs." This video is the first verification that the Bupropion might have been the cause.
You are a freak of nature. Most people do NOT have terrible problems with this drug. That is part of the reason it was prescribed so much!
@@jeffjones3040 I sometimes argue with doctors, occasionally one will suggest taking it and then I need to explain this all over again.
You probably took the ones with instant release and also a high dosage. Today the pills do have a slow release over the whole day. Still, there is definitely a certain risk for such negative effects. I am sorry to hear that it went so bad for you
Real antidepressants involve the boost of dopamine whereas SSRIs are really used to quell anxieties and especially trauma by calming the amygdalae with serotonin whereas Dopamine, or the lack of it is responsible for depression and any Wellbutrin works for that than SSRIs which also cause lack of pleasure or even inability to be one’s self as they would certain worsen depression as SSRIs can cause that.
Just started taking this med. I have been on Paxil for 25 years and when my husband passed I was doing fine, but at eight months I just fell apart. My doctor, and internal med md offered to change my med. I am hopeful that I will feel better soon. I have hope.
This drug was first used to aid cigarette smokers in quitting the habit. Somewhere down the line it started being used as an antidepressant. This drug has some of the worst side effects I've ever experienced. I would rage and be almost foaming at the mouth angry all the time for no good reason. I lost my job at the time because of Wellbutrin. I couldn't control all of the negative emotions I was feeling. Never again. A total nightmare drug for me!
I am sorry it did not work out for you. This medication is not right for everyone, that is for sure.
It actually was an anti depression drug, before it was marketed as a smoking cessation medicine.
I almost unalived myself on wellbutrin and just a few drinks. Kinda scary, im surpsied and lucky to still be alive, it is powerful, almost like amphetamines but in a stranger way, be careful , i dont recommend it to anybody. Im on 20mg prozac since 2 months and feel much better, wellbutrin can make your anxiety insane. It will give you motivation though, but at what price? And i lost half my hair from it!
The thing I like most about Wellbutrin is the instant results. If I am having a crappy day, 100-300mg of Wellbutrin will turn the whole day around.
I also just quit smoking cigs a few weeks ago and didn't even realize that the Wellbutrin may have played a part. I've smoked for 20 years. I am now 35 and just quit cold turkey without much withdraw if any. I also don't mind being around smokers.... it's odd but I have noooo complaints. =)
Wow! Congratulations on quitting smoking that is awesome. I'm glad to hear Wellbutrin is working out well for you.
That's good I haven't started yet iam sort of scared
@@lesliejohnson6346 how is the wellbriutrin going
Im quiting vaping. I started taking wellbutrin 2 weeks ago, and stopped vaping 5 days ago. First week I had problems with sleeping, now it's fine. I don't have cravings, I lost my interest in vaping, Because it didnt give me pleasure anymore. It is awsome. First time I was quitting cold turkey and it was awful. Wellbutrin made it easy
Same for me. It seemed so natural to just stop doing the nic vaping. I didn’t have the desire.
LadyFerenczy Hi, I'm just seeing this video today. I too smoked cigarettes for years, quit but started to vape. I'm calling my doctor to get wellbutrin tomorrow. Are you still smoke free? Did you feel the benefits of the meds immediately? I'm hoping it will help me. Thanks for your time.
@@rosemarygaeta8205 Oh it helped me a lot. Quitting was easy, but after time I still struggle a bit. I was taking wellbutrin for 7weeks and in that time I was fine, but brain tends to fall back in the old rails, I crave smoking a bit, but its menageable. In first week I had side effects, problems with sleeping, it passed. I think it's very good medicine, but it wont do everything for You, it will lessen Your suffering. First time I had quit cold turkey It was terrible 1/10, don't reccomend, with wellbutrin it was easy peasy. :)
Im on it since 2 weeks and its nice, the best way i can describe it is. If i was in a war, with wellbutrin id be at the front wanting to win the war, without it id be hiding hahha.
😂😂😂😂😂 I love this comment!!!
glad i found this video,i took my first dose 150mg yesterday and i got jitters and heart palps ..so i didnt take today until i talk to my dr!
i started with tiny doses and still noticed a big difference. it WILL do that....idk why some start up with a straight to 150mg. i wouldnt dare... its like having 2 coffees (and im talking about the tiny dose)
I started taking bupropion 75mg twice a day over a month ago and felt some positive effects like confidence and less negative thoughts. But a couple weeks later, felt nothing again and asked my Dr for an increase but said I need more time. A few weeks later and still feel nothing but anger, frustration, dry mouth headaches. Went one day without it and felt so much better and calm. Never felt any help for my adhd. Not sure I want an increase or to continue taking it since there are no positive benefits so far. I really doubt I'm going to feel any better the longer I go.
Hi Paul, thanks for sharing your experience. Therapeutic dosing starts at 150mg, either twice a day with SR or once a day with XL. Though I have seen results with the 150mg SR just once daily. Perhaps you can ask your doctor to try that and go from there, but 75mg twice a day isn't going to do it.
@@LevelheadedMind I will probably discontinue the medication and get on vyvanse. I've had great results with adderall in the past so hopefully this will work the same or better. If I do stay on wellbutrin, I'll need a much higher dose, perhaps the SR or XL but my dr seems to want to go slow. I've already wasted a lot of my life with depression so waiting is not something I'm willing to do especially on a med that may not work. Do you have any advise on taking vyvanse? Thanks.
@@static2601 vyvanse is a great treatment for ADHD. It can also boost mood and increase motivation. I wish you the best on your mental health care journey.
Same with me. So did you stop taking it?
@@rosieg6951 I stopped taking it and got on vyvanse 20mg. Working better for my depression and add but feel it's too low of a dose and will be asking for a higher dose.
extremely great info on the options and benefits of antidep
Made me motion sick and my ears ring. Was only on it 2 weeks and both symptoms have never gone away completely after years. I now have permanent issues with vertigo and tinnitus.
Really high quality content! (Better sound quality would be a worthwhile investment to give more polish to your channel.) Thanks!
I switched from paxil to Wellbutrin years ago and lost 20 pounds, it was amazing. I gained some back over time 🥴
Hi Chelsea, thanks for sharing. Glad to hear you are doing well on Wellbutrin.
Did the wellbutrin help with your motivation, mood, focus, and energy?
If so, how soon you saw your symptoms improve?
Thanks
i also switched off paxil to wellbutrin. the paxil worked for a few weeks, then the depression came back. it also made me extremely tired all the time.
@@MsFoundIT i've been on wellbutrin for 3 weeks now, at the starting dose of 150mg. i haven't felt depressed, and i've been waking up earlier. for years i was sleeping for 9+ hours a night and would still wake up tired and not wanting to get out of bed. now i can sleep less hours and feel more energetic than before.
@@dolly.uwu. Thank you very much for sharing your experience of it. Hearing your positive story gives me hope. I had tried Welbutrin before but not been on it for long enough to see results due to my frequent need for lab tests for my hormonal condition (used to be excess hormone due to a tumor and now suspected to have less than needed to function well). I hope someday soon (after I get my diagnosis confirmed) with the help of antidepressants and hormone replacement med/s to feel interested and happy with living this life.
Thanks again!
Great video! Can you please explain Vyvanse and its interaction with food and beverages as well as medications. Thank You
Thanks for the video idea, I will consider it.
This medication has given me my life back. I'm incredibly focused but i do still get anxiety.
I am switching from 75 mg bupropion to 150 mg bupropion per diem for ADD and depression. I am interested in knowing 1. how long it takes SR bupropion to start diffusing into my blood when I eat it, and 2. how long after it starts diffusing into my blood it lasts (half-life ?) there, and is this dose-dependent ?
I have none of the side effects you mentioned in the video. I switched from fluoxetine HCl
to bupropion. Is there anything else I should watch out for in myself insofar as changes in my seratonin levels ?
I’ve never been allergic to any foods or medications or Anything in my life. But Wellbutrin Was the one & only medication where I found myself breaking out with severe hives, I don’t know what it is about this medication & why that would happen, But I had to discontinue it for that reason.
That is unfortunate, sounds like a medication allergy, so best not to take it.
Maybe an inactive ingredient. That's my issue sometimes.
My Dr just replaced my Zoloft with Wellbutrin... He added it to my lithium and lamictal. I guess after 4 years of the same cocktail, it needed a change... My depression part of my bipolar 1 got heavier and heavier this last 2 months.
I'm hoping for the best
How does Wellbutrin feel compared to adderall/stimulants?
I have ADD and anxiety/depression, and have been on stimulants for a decade.
Now, the side effects of adderrall-horrible anxiety, overactive CNS, etc- have gotten really bad for me, and I am trying to stop adderall.
My doc suggested Wellbutrin. I am concerned that it will feel just like adderall, with all the similar side effects I am trying to get away from.
Can someone advise me on this? Does Wellbutrin feel at all similar to adderall in this regard?
Wellbutrin has a slight possibility/side effect of making some people anxious - however it's nothing near the type of anxiety that Adderall or other stimulants.
Most people don't get any anxiety effect at all on Wellbutrin.
Talk with your Dr about it.
Good luck & best wishes.
Wellbutrin will not feel like Adderall at all. Less CNS overactivation than Adderall.
Wondering about using bupropion and 1. age (70+) and 2. slow tapering from clonazepam (1mg.). No history of seizures. Also, any effect on 5HT2A?
like 2 years ago i went to the doctor asking for trazedone they game paxil insted and i was feeling good with that but with a whole lack of motivation and low libido so I had to quit I believe that if the doctor was good enough would have prescribe bupropion and paxil or just bupropion instead of just paxil
thank you for this information as I just started taking wellbutrin
I think I need to discuss this with my Doctor. I'm taking fluoxetine and quetiapine and it's not working 😢 and it's making me sleep to much. I don't know if fluoxetine and brupopion can be a good combo🤔
Creo que no se puede porque las metabolizan el mismo citocromo. He escuchado de combinaciones así: Escitalopram con bupropion
Venlafaxina con bupropion
Y paroxetina con bupropion
Y la última es mirtazapina con bupropion😊
No, please don't take any medication without doctor's consultation. It can cause serious serotonin syndrome
I have been taking bupropion for over 15 years I’m only taking 75 mg a day is it safe to go off gradually? Is there any side effects to just stopping i it cause I feel it’s making me sick and dizzy not sure if the manufacture changed but it’s not working for me anymore
I have been taking this medication to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder for 18 years. It has worked well for me. However, I did try to go off of it one summer and it was very, very difficult to do. I tapered down slowly for 5 weeks, and it was tough. I am not planning to do this ever again.
you didnt list one of the many complaints about wellbutrin is that it can increase anxiety like caffeine does
Yes! That is true... typically your body adjusts and it goes away after first week. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
That is why you should go with one of the other antidepressants that is FOR people with depression AND ANXIETY!
Listening I take Wellbutrin it help me stop smoking for me and my brotheronlaw
This was very helpful. Thank You
Ive been taking the same dose of bubropion for over 10 yrs & the last 2 bottles i received, have smelled terrible. Ive done some "googling", talked to 2 different doctors & my pharmacist. They all seem to think its not harmful or expired. Can anyone offer any insight or knowledge from experience?
I was given Zyban SR 150mg it cost me $65 today for depression and I dont smoke ,is it the same as Wellbutrin, I am very fearful of side effects for I am very sensitive,hope it helps,been not wanting to take any anti depression meds,read this one jas less side effects
I am taking buropion for depression for 8 years now. At first, I stated losing weight but then gained it back. Now i have actually gained weight.
How long before your weight came back ?
@@KnockOnWood-sw3iu About a year.
I'm on sertraline 100mg (it really helped with anxiety) and now I'm also on buproprion 300mg extended release. Sertraline, especially at 200mg, in conjunction with some life stuff, made me apathetic and somewhat depressed but really improved my anxiety and OCD. Buproprion has helped get me out of that slump and interested in life again as well as being more social. However, I find I get anxious, have jitters, the occasional anxious/paranoid thought and hot flushes (super annoying) now. Ive been on SSRIs for almost 2 years now hopefully I will come off in the next few months. And I'm trying to stop my vaping and excessive caffeine habit which is just bad for mental health in general and anxiety in particular. I hope I can manage without these
Hello, I suffer with mild anxiety and the main issues caused for me are concentration and memory issues. I have never taken an anti-depressant as I am not sure the side effects are worth it. However, I have been researching wellbutrin and I believe it could aid my issues. Although, I was wondering if you could answer this question; if I start taking Wellbutrin and the side effects are not worth it, if I stop the medication, what will happen? I have read stories where peoples mental issues get worse when they come off medication than they were before?
Hi Thomas, thanks for watching the video and for your question. Wellbutrin has little to no risk of abstinence syndrome, which commonly occurs with the SSRI and SNRI antidepressants. That being said, even with those antidepressants, you have to be on the medication longer than 2 months to be at risk for it. So, you should know by 2 months if you can tolerate Bupropion, and then if not, can stop it without any adverse effects. However, I always advise talking it over with your doctor first as there may be underlying reasons you are not tolerating the medication that they may want to test for. Another thing to consider is that Bupropion is great for those symptoms of concentration and memory issues, however, it can be stimulating. So if you have anxiety, it may not be a good choice for you if you cannot overcome those stimulating effects as it can make you more anxious. Another approach to this would be Trintellix, which is great for anxiety and can also improve concentration and memory. I just made a video about this medication so be sure to check that out. The same applies to Trintellix, in that if you have intolerable side effects and stop taking it before 2 months, you will be fine and not have any rebound or abstinence effects. I hope this helps, and wish you well on your mental health care journey. 🙏🏽
Thank you so much for your reply. I have taken on board what you have said and it’s admirable the amount of comments you reply to. I very rarely suffer with low mood more anxiety/brain fog/lower energy/mental fatigue. So trying to see if there’s anything that can aid this
I had those problems in the extreme. It has helped quite a bit. @@TJ11965
Been taking it for a full 3 or so years. 300mg daily dosage. I have quit smoking but havnt experienced any weight loss and my libido has decreased.
Very well explained. Thank you so much.
I'm a bit bummed. I took non generic Wellbutrin 20 years ago and I can remember how immediate the results were. Now with generic I feel like I'm waiting for a miracle.
Yes I'm taking clonazapam can I still take wellbutrin or when and if should I take both????
My first dose was today 150mlg how about my clonazapam what are the risk
Talk to psychiatrist
It’s pretty much like watered down adderal to me. You can potentiate with methyl folate and methy B12
Also lowers blood pressure which is a beneficial side effect for me as mine was borderline to high, now borderline to normal
I thought it raises blood pressure
i take Bupropion 3x150mg and pram oxalate 3x10mg this was increased a couple of months. The escitalopram increase helped the depression. Still, no energy i was thinking that I drop 1 and only take only the Bupropion??? I receive these from the VA..
I am taking buPROPion 150 mg and citalopram 20 mg. What are you thoughts on this? 😊
I’m on it about a week & 1/2 and my mouth is always dry. I haven’t been able to fall asleep as easily being on the medicine. It has helped my depression. I’m hoping they will subside within the weeks to come.
how bout now
Hola, disminuyeron esos síntomas? ❤
Can you take Mirtazapine 30mg at night while taking Bupropion HCL XL 150mg, is it safe? I have problems sleeping.
Can you write one on the combination welloft (wellbutrin and zoloft) why it's good and maybe with reference to bioolar
I have a prescription for bupropion but first need to get of citalopram, I had 40, now 30, starting tomorrow 20, next week 10 and than stop and take bupropion.. Because my Docter says I can't have both.. But I read many times on the internet that people use both..
Yes, it's typically safe to be on both, you may want to ask them why they feels this way, also suggest taking the citalopram at night and Bupropion during the day may persuade them to do it. Having to come off citalopram alone then switch can cause return of depressive symptoms that can be more difficult to treat, especially if you are early on in your treatment. I hope this helps and good luck 👍
This stuff gives me the worst panic attack I've ever had. Have tried 5x but by the 3rd if not before my anxiety goes off the chart. Nope, not gonna do it again.
2weeks XL 150, 2 weeks XL 300..When I took 150mm, I was happy that my head was spinning, but not long after taking 300mm, I suddenly got suicidal thoughts after anxiety and anxiety. I felt a serious suicidal impulse. I live in Seoul and it's hard to find information about psychiatric side effects. Only recently did I know the difference between antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, mood controllers, and mood stabilizers. Sometimes when I got angry, I went to the hospital a few times, but I didn't take as much medicine as I do now.. Lithium, Qurokel, indenol, Xanax.. I don't know if this drug helps me.. There are many side effects other than hand shaking. Please save me
Great overview of this med, which is very versatile and generally less side effects than SSRIs. Thanks
Thanks for watching.
Thanks again and again for your very informative videos. Does Wellbutrin XL need 2-4 weeks to start its therapeutic effects like SSRIs and SNRIs?
Yes, but typically results are seen sooner than SSRIs, like within 2 weeks.
I don’t have any allergies, but 1wk after increasing the dose i have rash and itchiness all over my body. Is this common? Should I stop it altogether? I need to make appointment before I talk to my prescriber.
Hi Kathleen. Definitely check with your provider it may or may not be from the medication. There are other things that may cause rash including laundry detergent, perfumes, foods, especially wheat, and many other things. Best to discuss with your doctor first before making any changes. Of coarse if your symptoms worsen or become life threatening, go to the ER.
I took Wellbutrin it's great! And it's an old drug so there is lots of experience with it.
I'm interested to know why SSRIs can cause cravings for alcohol and how to stop it.
Some SSRIs increase cravings for food, namely carbohydrates, due to increasing hunger hormones. I do not know of the association with alcohol. However, if you are dealing with this Naltrexone 25mg twice a day can be helpful to reduce cravings for alcohol and food.
Does Saint Johns wort interact with Bupropion? I forgot to tell my Psychiatrist that i take Saint Johns wort (1800mg). Seeing that Saint Johns wort is an SSRI there should be no problems i think?
There is a potential for St. John's wort to induce the metabolism of Bupropion making it less effective. There is a small risk of serotonin syndrome but with such a high dose that you are taking that risk maybe increased. Furthermore, if you are taking other medications, there could be potential interactions as St.Johns wort has many drug interactions. So please tell your doctor you are taking this!
Really good video 😁thank you for sharing 👍
Thank you for wathching! If you have any medications or topics you'd like us to cover just let me know :).
@@LevelheadedMind can you do a video on the long term use of protein powder
Your content really good thank you for sharing 👍
@@lmp2motivation That is a great idea, I will look into the research on the topic for sure!
@@LevelheadedMind thank you 😁 I’ve lifted weights for 20years and used supplements in the beginning but got very big just from eating increasing my calories so I’ve always wondered what supplements does to your organs
I'm a coffee drinker, should I avoiding completely when taking Wellbutrin?
My doctor prescribed me Bupoprion and prior to that, I’m taking a noortropics, Qualia mind to be specific.
The noortropics did really works for me but I stopped it because my doctor doesn’t want me to take it. She gave me bupoprion instead.
To be honest, I’m on my two weeks now with 300 mg of wellbutrin and I don’t think it’s working for me. Having brain fog all the time and lack of focus.
Unlike when I was taking Noortropics, I was energetic, I can read all day, and I don’t have any brain fog episodes.
I still have 21 pills for my Bupoprion, I wanted to stop it and switch back to my noortropics. but I read that you shouldn’t stop it abruptly.
Is it ok to take bupoprion and nootropics together?
I am not sure what is in that formula of nootropics. But you need to have this conversation with your doctor explaining what you just said. They can direct you on next best steps.
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