Wellbutrin??? - SoberRecovery : Alcoholism Drug Addiction Help and Information

ButterflyChaser · 08-07-2003, 03:21 PM

Is anyone taking it or has anyone ever taken it before?
I'm just trying to get some feedback on this anti-deppresant. I just started taken it about 3 weeks ago, so far I've felt nothing, don't really know.

Anyonwe who replys to this, I greatly appreciate it!! Thanks

Juls · 08-08-2003, 08:06 PM

Butterfly Chaser,

Glad to see you over here. I have no experience with Wellbutrin. Are you taking it for depression or anxiety? It does take a few weeks for the meds to work. Sometimes as long as six or seven. If your not having any negative side effects then I would think it would be o.k. to keep on taking it. On the other hand if your feeling worse I would talk to the Dr. and get their feedback on it.

Juls

ButterflyChaser · 08-08-2003, 08:56 PM

Thanks Juls, Ü

maximray · 08-12-2003, 09:06 AM

I have been taking it for 2 months, maybe a little longer and really don't feel any different. I'm also on Effexor XR.

BabeGirl · 08-14-2003, 03:19 PM

I took a bunch of other meds but wellbutrin sr was the anti-depressant that worked the best. I've been on it for well over 2yrs now. I am also on Lithium and Topamax. That lil combo has worked for me for a long time now. I've tried others and they just didn't work.

CATLVR · 08-29-2003, 12:59 PM

Hi BabeGirl,

I gained 25 lbs while on Zoloft, over a 7 month period. I have since weaned my self off and find myself slipping back into depresson and excess anxiety.

I am now considering going back to my Dr. for an alternative for anxiety and depression.

Have you had any side effects while on Wellbutrin?

I know I need something to help me... but will not risk further weight gain.

Appreciate any advice.

Thanks, Cindy

BabeGirl · 08-29-2003, 01:30 PM

No I haven't had any side effects with Wellbutrin Sr. I took Zoloft too. It didn't work for me. A lot of meds didn't.

CATLVR · 08-29-2003, 01:48 PM

Thanks, BabeGirl

I have an appointment wed. and plan to give it a try.

Take Care, Cindy

ButterflyChaser · 08-29-2003, 10:26 PM

I can't feel the wellbutrin either?? ummm? Maybe it's working then? lol
But when I started taking zoloft way back when, I fer sure felt that, it was awfull!!!!!

CATLVR · 09-05-2003, 03:48 PM

Started the Wellbutrin Yesterday, so far all I have is a bad headache. Doc said my B/P was high and this should help bring it down. Taking it for depression and anxiety. Hope it helps...

Thanks for the advice....Cindy

Mamabear · 09-24-2003, 08:35 PM

I take a low dose of Wellbutrin. The good news is that it doesn't wreak havoc on the libido. Tha bad news for me anyway is that I am a bit jittery at times....some free floating anxiety. No teary blues though. And no weight gain at all, as a matter of fact I dropped 5 lbs.
It's been several months now, 6 I think.
Mamabear

Bonni · 09-24-2003, 09:52 PM

Hi Butterflychaser,
I'm new here to Sober Recovery. I'm an alcoholic and I'v been diagnosed with Bipolar disorder/Manic depression. And my Doctor has prescribed a combination of Wellbutrin and Lexapro for my disorder. I'v been taking the wellbutrin for over 3years. The dosage of the medication had to be adjusted several times, and some of my meds. had to be changed a couple of times until my doctor got the right combination, and dosage. But I'v taken Wellburtin the whole time, my doctor just had to find the right combo. to go with it, before it worked right or helped my disorder.
And it does take time for it to begin to work properly. For me it took months. And I was told that happens with most people.
And it is working real good now, I just have to be sure and take it everyday.
If I were you I'd keep working with the doctor until they can come up with the right medications and dosages, until they can get it right for you. Everyone is different so the meds. or the combos. of meds. may have to be changed around a couple of times. Good luck, Bonni

Juls · 09-24-2003, 10:29 PM

Hi Bonni,

Welcome to the forum. Your experience, strength and hope (ESO), are a benefit to all of us here.

Juls

ButterflyChaser · 09-26-2003, 11:56 AM

Hi Bonni,
Thanx for your reply!!!!

I'm going to the dr in a couple of more weeks, she'll then know if I need to "up" my dosage of wellbutrin, which I think so, cuz I'm really not feeling anything!! I basacly feel the same w/ less edgyness, if that makes any sense! lol
Did you ever missa day of not takiong your meds?? What's Lexepro like? Do you like that?
Talk to you soon

Bonni · 09-26-2003, 01:58 PM

Hi Butterflychaser,
You were asking me about my meds., if I ever missed any days taking them. Yes a few times, and it didnt bother me as long as it was no more then a day, but seems like if it was more then that, it did have some effect. I'd have headaches, get edgy, just to name a couple of side effects if I didnt take them. My Doctor advised taking them on a regular basis in order for them to work properly. And about the Lexapro, it works good as a combination with the Wellbutrin, but not alone, At one time I took Paxil combined with Wellbutrin, but it didnt work as well as it should, so my Doctor replaced the Paxil with Lexapro, and the combo. of it and Wellbutrin has worked well for me so far. Like my Doctor said you have to get the right combination for each individual.
Like I say, work with your Doctor to get the right combo. and right dosage, and given time they should work for you too.
Some people just has to have medications for their bipolar depressive disorders and others dont, I'v just accepted the fact that I'm one of those who does.
I hope you can get everything worked out with your Doctor, and start feeling better soon. Good luck, Love, Bonni

ButterflyChaser · 09-28-2003, 10:07 AM

Thanks for your info Bonni, I appreciate it! Ü I don't have bi-polar just depressed! I use to self medicate myself by illegal drugs, but not anymore!! Thanks God for these boards & my support group!
Oh yeah I noticed you are new here...I forgot to WELCOME you!! Sorry! But WELCOME you've come to a wonderful place!!!!
Love, Denise

ksos · 10-04-2003, 09:05 AM

Wellbutrin didn't work for me, but I've been on nearly every anti-depressant, from the MAO inhibiters to SSRIs without success, until a combination of Effexor XR and Depakote was instituted. Of course, my problem was not just depression, but Bi-Polar Disorder.

I know that no one needs to hear this but a psychiatrist needs to really be involved with the monitoring of any of these drugs. Some anti-depressants, like the older tri-cyclics, have cardio-vascular symptoms and, let me tell you, the MAOs, like Parnate and Nardil, almost killed me since I didn't follow the diet. I don't even know if they are used anymore...

K

closer2Him · 10-06-2003, 08:01 PM

Hi, I'm from the NarAnon board but I fight the depression battle also. I have been taking Wellbutrin SR for a couple of years--it was originally 150mg (half dose) a day for adult ADD ('cause you don't really grow out of it, just how to manage it) When the depression hit due to home life and work stress (overstress!!) I went to full dose (1am adn 1pm) but for the anxiety (which would occur trying to decide which sandwich to order) my doctor put me on Buspar w/it...works like a charm. Took the edge off the anxiety w/out the fog feeling on Xanax (bad news, that one is) I don't "feel" the Wellbutrin or Buspar, it's what I don't feel---so, so sad or raging angry and no more butterflies for no reason. But everyone's body chemistry is so different---I am all for the Psych. dr. doing the medicating and mixing of these things. Good luck

ButterflyChaser · 10-12-2003, 04:58 PM

ksos~~ I totally agree with you about the psyciatrist being involved, or just a counseler of some sort, because I believe that meds just don't work alone!! I think that YES you need someone to monitor you if you are taking meds, but I also truly beleive that while omn meds or just feeling depressed you should always have a "professional" to talk to!! ALWAYS!

closertohim~~ see I too, don't feel the wellbutrin, my doc told em that it's an anti depressant & also like zyban (to help quit smoking) which I smoke about a pack a day I have no interest in wanting to quit, I think that all mental really, you ahve to WANT to want to quit, just like drugs or alchol or any other addiction. But from what I understand, wellbutrin pretty much helps you with your obbsesive compulsive disorder, I can say that I don't crave meth like I use to, yes I get a small craving from time to time (which is normal) , but it's not a full blown out crazy craving, I'm so much more at ease now
thanks for sharing ya'll!

Jon · 10-13-2003, 01:49 AM

http://www.pdrhealth.com/drug_info/r.../wel1488.shtml

ButterflyChaser · 10-15-2003, 12:12 AM

Cool band you got going on there Jon!! lol Love it!

08-07-2003, 03:21 PM	#1 (permalink)
ButterflyChaser Meow! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere Over the Rainbow Posts: 1,022	Wellbutrin??? Is anyone taking it or has anyone ever taken it before? I'm just trying to get some feedback on this anti-deppresant. I just started taken it about 3 weeks ago, so far I've felt nothing, don't really know. Anyonwe who replys to this, I greatly appreciate it!! Thanks __________________ "If a Child feels Safe, Wanted & Loved, You are a Successful Parent!" ~~"A relationship is like sand in your hand. If held loosely in the palm of your hand it stays there, but as soon as you close your hand tightly it slips through your fingers!!~~

08-08-2003, 08:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
Juls Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: California, USA Posts: 1,101	Butterfly Chaser, Glad to see you over here. I have no experience with Wellbutrin. Are you taking it for depression or anxiety? It does take a few weeks for the meds to work. Sometimes as long as six or seven. If your not having any negative side effects then I would think it would be o.k. to keep on taking it. On the other hand if your feeling worse I would talk to the Dr. and get their feedback on it. Juls __________________ Think World Peace

08-08-2003, 08:56 PM	#3 (permalink)
ButterflyChaser Meow! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere Over the Rainbow Posts: 1,022	Thanks Juls, Ü __________________ "If a Child feels Safe, Wanted & Loved, You are a Successful Parent!" ~~"A relationship is like sand in your hand. If held loosely in the palm of your hand it stays there, but as soon as you close your hand tightly it slips through your fingers!!~~

08-29-2003, 10:26 PM	#9 (permalink)
ButterflyChaser Meow! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere Over the Rainbow Posts: 1,022	I can't feel the wellbutrin either?? ummm? Maybe it's working then? lol But when I started taking zoloft way back when, I fer sure felt that, it was awfull!!!!! __________________ "If a Child feels Safe, Wanted & Loved, You are a Successful Parent!" ~~"A relationship is like sand in your hand. If held loosely in the palm of your hand it stays there, but as soon as you close your hand tightly it slips through your fingers!!~~

09-24-2003, 08:35 PM	#11 (permalink)
Mamabear Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: phila, pa Posts: 233	I take a low dose of Wellbutrin. The good news is that it doesn't wreak havoc on the libido. Tha bad news for me anyway is that I am a bit jittery at times....some free floating anxiety. No teary blues though. And no weight gain at all, as a matter of fact I dropped 5 lbs. It's been several months now, 6 I think. Mamabear __________________ Mamabear

08-12-2003, 09:06 AM	#4 (permalink)
maximray Paused Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Daytona Beach, FL Posts: 8	I have been taking it for 2 months, maybe a little longer and really don't feel any different. I'm also on Effexor XR.

08-14-2003, 03:19 PM	#5 (permalink)
BabeGirl Paused Join Date: May 2003 Location: York,Pa Posts: 34	I took a bunch of other meds but wellbutrin sr was the anti-depressant that worked the best. I've been on it for well over 2yrs now. I am also on Lithium and Topamax. That lil combo has worked for me for a long time now. I've tried others and they just didn't work.

08-29-2003, 12:59 PM	#6 (permalink)
CATLVR Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: TX Posts: 45	Hi BabeGirl, I gained 25 lbs while on Zoloft, over a 7 month period. I have since weaned my self off and find myself slipping back into depresson and excess anxiety. I am now considering going back to my Dr. for an alternative for anxiety and depression. Have you had any side effects while on Wellbutrin? I know I need something to help me... but will not risk further weight gain. Appreciate any advice. Thanks, Cindy

08-29-2003, 01:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
BabeGirl Paused Join Date: May 2003 Location: York,Pa Posts: 34	No I haven't had any side effects with Wellbutrin Sr. I took Zoloft too. It didn't work for me. A lot of meds didn't.

08-29-2003, 01:48 PM	#8 (permalink)
CATLVR Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: TX Posts: 45	Thanks, BabeGirl I have an appointment wed. and plan to give it a try. Take Care, Cindy

09-05-2003, 03:48 PM	#10 (permalink)
CATLVR Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: TX Posts: 45	Started the Wellbutrin Yesterday, so far all I have is a bad headache. Doc said my B/P was high and this should help bring it down. Taking it for depression and anxiety. Hope it helps... Thanks for the advice....Cindy

09-24-2003, 09:52 PM	#12 (permalink)
Bonni Platinum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Central California Posts: 860	Hi Butterflychaser, I'm new here to Sober Recovery. I'm an alcoholic and I'v been diagnosed with Bipolar disorder/Manic depression. And my Doctor has prescribed a combination of Wellbutrin and Lexapro for my disorder. I'v been taking the wellbutrin for over 3years. The dosage of the medication had to be adjusted several times, and some of my meds. had to be changed a couple of times until my doctor got the right combination, and dosage. But I'v taken Wellburtin the whole time, my doctor just had to find the right combo. to go with it, before it worked right or helped my disorder. And it does take time for it to begin to work properly. For me it took months. And I was told that happens with most people. And it is working real good now, I just have to be sure and take it everyday. If I were you I'd keep working with the doctor until they can come up with the right medications and dosages, until they can get it right for you. Everyone is different so the meds. or the combos. of meds. may have to be changed around a couple of times. Good luck, Bonni __________________ Miracles can happen by taking one day at a time! DOS:1/12/03

09-24-2003, 10:29 PM	#13 (permalink)
Juls Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: California, USA Posts: 1,101	Hi Bonni, Welcome to the forum. Your experience, strength and hope (ESO), are a benefit to all of us here. Juls __________________ Think World Peace

09-26-2003, 11:56 AM	#14 (permalink)
ButterflyChaser Meow! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere Over the Rainbow Posts: 1,022	Hi Bonni, Thanx for your reply!!!! I'm going to the dr in a couple of more weeks, she'll then know if I need to "up" my dosage of wellbutrin, which I think so, cuz I'm really not feeling anything!! I basacly feel the same w/ less edgyness, if that makes any sense! lol Did you ever missa day of not takiong your meds?? What's Lexepro like? Do you like that? Talk to you soon __________________ "If a Child feels Safe, Wanted & Loved, You are a Successful Parent!" ~~"A relationship is like sand in your hand. If held loosely in the palm of your hand it stays there, but as soon as you close your hand tightly it slips through your fingers!!~~

09-26-2003, 01:58 PM	#15 (permalink)
Bonni Platinum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Central California Posts: 860	Wellbutrin Hi Butterflychaser, You were asking me about my meds., if I ever missed any days taking them. Yes a few times, and it didnt bother me as long as it was no more then a day, but seems like if it was more then that, it did have some effect. I'd have headaches, get edgy, just to name a couple of side effects if I didnt take them. My Doctor advised taking them on a regular basis in order for them to work properly. And about the Lexapro, it works good as a combination with the Wellbutrin, but not alone, At one time I took Paxil combined with Wellbutrin, but it didnt work as well as it should, so my Doctor replaced the Paxil with Lexapro, and the combo. of it and Wellbutrin has worked well for me so far. Like my Doctor said you have to get the right combination for each individual. Like I say, work with your Doctor to get the right combo. and right dosage, and given time they should work for you too. Some people just has to have medications for their bipolar depressive disorders and others dont, I'v just accepted the fact that I'm one of those who does. I hope you can get everything worked out with your Doctor, and start feeling better soon. Good luck, Love, Bonni __________________ Miracles can happen by taking one day at a time! DOS:1/12/03

09-28-2003, 10:07 AM	#16 (permalink)
ButterflyChaser Meow! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere Over the Rainbow Posts: 1,022	Thanks for your info Bonni, I appreciate it! Ü I don't have bi-polar just depressed! I use to self medicate myself by illegal drugs, but not anymore!! Thanks God for these boards & my support group! Oh yeah I noticed you are new here...I forgot to WELCOME you!! Sorry! But WELCOME you've come to a wonderful place!!!! Love, Denise __________________ "If a Child feels Safe, Wanted & Loved, You are a Successful Parent!" ~~"A relationship is like sand in your hand. If held loosely in the palm of your hand it stays there, but as soon as you close your hand tightly it slips through your fingers!!~~

10-04-2003, 09:05 AM	#17 (permalink)
ksos Waiting For Engines Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: brooklyn, new york Posts: 545	Wellbutrin didn't work for me, but I've been on nearly every anti-depressant, from the MAO inhibiters to SSRIs without success, until a combination of Effexor XR and Depakote was instituted. Of course, my problem was not just depression, but Bi-Polar Disorder. I know that no one needs to hear this but a psychiatrist needs to really be involved with the monitoring of any of these drugs. Some anti-depressants, like the older tri-cyclics, have cardio-vascular symptoms and, let me tell you, the MAOs, like Parnate and Nardil, almost killed me since I didn't follow the diet. I don't even know if they are used anymore... K

10-06-2003, 08:01 PM	#18 (permalink)
closer2Him Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Hanging from the edge of my pink cloud Posts: 15	Hi, I'm from the NarAnon board but I fight the depression battle also. I have been taking Wellbutrin SR for a couple of years--it was originally 150mg (half dose) a day for adult ADD ('cause you don't really grow out of it, just how to manage it) When the depression hit due to home life and work stress (overstress!!) I went to full dose (1am adn 1pm) but for the anxiety (which would occur trying to decide which sandwich to order) my doctor put me on Buspar w/it...works like a charm. Took the edge off the anxiety w/out the fog feeling on Xanax (bad news, that one is) I don't "feel" the Wellbutrin or Buspar, it's what I don't feel---so, so sad or raging angry and no more butterflies for no reason. But everyone's body chemistry is so different---I am all for the Psych. dr. doing the medicating and mixing of these things. Good luck __________________ closer2Him "When it gets dark enough, you can see the stars." Courage to Change, Nov. 27th ********** If God is your co-pilot.... change seats. Jewels04_98 ********** "He will never leave me or forsake me." Your Creator

10-12-2003, 04:58 PM	#19 (permalink)
ButterflyChaser Meow! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere Over the Rainbow Posts: 1,022	ksos~~ I totally agree with you about the psyciatrist being involved, or just a counseler of some sort, because I believe that meds just don't work alone!! I think that YES you need someone to monitor you if you are taking meds, but I also truly beleive that while omn meds or just feeling depressed you should always have a "professional" to talk to!! ALWAYS! closertohim~~ see I too, don't feel the wellbutrin, my doc told em that it's an anti depressant & also like zyban (to help quit smoking) which I smoke about a pack a day I have no interest in wanting to quit, I think that all mental really, you ahve to WANT to want to quit, just like drugs or alchol or any other addiction. But from what I understand, wellbutrin pretty much helps you with your obbsesive compulsive disorder, I can say that I don't crave meth like I use to, yes I get a small craving from time to time (which is normal) , but it's not a full blown out crazy craving, I'm so much more at ease now thanks for sharing ya'll! __________________ "If a Child feels Safe, Wanted & Loved, You are a Successful Parent!" ~~"A relationship is like sand in your hand. If held loosely in the palm of your hand it stays there, but as soon as you close your hand tightly it slips through your fingers!!~~

10-13-2003, 01:49 AM	#20 (permalink)
Jon But Very, Very Bruisable... Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Palm Springs, Ca. Posts: 557	http://www.pdrhealth.com/drug_info/r.../wel1488.shtml __________________ Have A Great 24 -jon

10-15-2003, 12:12 AM	#21 (permalink)
ButterflyChaser Meow! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere Over the Rainbow Posts: 1,022	Cool band you got going on there Jon!! lol Love it! __________________ "If a Child feels Safe, Wanted & Loved, You are a Successful Parent!" ~~"A relationship is like sand in your hand. If held loosely in the palm of your hand it stays there, but as soon as you close your hand tightly it slips through your fingers!!~~

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