Ordered Wellbutrin online

[steamvessel]

I know, I know. I have lost patience with trying to get a prescription, so I did some research and it arrived yesterday. It is a generic brand called Buprex. Everything looks legitimate. They are 150mg SR tablets. I am seeing a therapist and told her my plan and she is going to advise me on how to appropriately ramp up to a suitable dosage. This will be the first time I've been on anti-depressants since I was 21 years old (32 now). They were not effective for me, all of them SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Effexor and one other that I can't remember the name). From all I have read, and I did careful research and spoke to my therapist about this, Wellbutrin seems to be the drug that is most likely to work with me. I'm not really an anxious person, just kind of really low feeling and the constant penetrating negative thoughts really bring me down. I always feel like I am in a battle with my mind. For the record, I am not just banking on this medicine to do it's job, but it's nice feeling to at least feel like something is going to change now. The idea that it could work (placebo) is quite appealing to me, and in conjunction with taking this medicine I am going to see how much of a self-fulfilling prophecy I can make of it or not. Obviously, drinking is out of the question. I also want to lower my caffeine intake, I'd love to say I could give it up but for now I'll start slowly tapering off. One thing I have read that I am worried about with this drug is my caffeine intake, I don't want to feel wired because then I will have some issues with anxiety. I can't tell you how good this feels to at least feel there is a chance this medication could work. I have fought with severe depression for so many years, and have tried so many different approaches. Finding the YWCA, going through with the research and getting it ordered feels like a victory to me, because I did it while unemployed and depressed. I really want to fight my way out of depression and will put the effort in. I just really feel like I need some help. Just wanted to share this with everyone.

[miamifella]

What was the problem with getting a prescription?

[steamvessel]

Originally Posted by miamifella

What was the problem with getting a prescription?

No health insurance. Most of the programs in Portland that used to provide these services are so backlogged they weren't taking new patients. I could have payed out of pocket and seen a psychiatric nurse, but I already knew from my research that I wanted to try Wellbutrin. As I said, I am working with a therapist and informed her what I was doing, this isn't illegal, it's just not the preferred method. I do agree with that.

[racerAK]

Steam,

Good luck to you! I did well with Wellbutrin after nearly all the other SSRIs pooped out on me. It's a good idea to cut down that caffeine intake - that plus Wellbutrin can make you look suspiciously like a guilty suspect - nervous, sweaty and a bit jittery. I had no problems with it once I quit drinking my usual bazillion cups of coffee/day.

[Vintersemestre]

If SSRIs and venlafaxine (it's rather distinct) didn't work then bupropion is the next logical step, it's good to read that someone did research instead of just swallowing whatever.

[Bamboozle]

Uh...I drink a lot of caffeine. I'm only on 200mg/day of the generic, though (and something else).

Update, steam?

[steamvessel]

I've been taking it, only 150mg. Good news, the place where I get therapy just opened a program where you can set up a meeting with a Psychiatrist, it's sliding scale and very cheap. If I had known this, I would have waited. But, my mind is kind of set on Wellbutrin right now. I am going to meet with the Psychiatrist on Thursday, I'll keep my medication at the same dosage until then and bring it in. So far, I think I have noticed maybe a mild effect of the anti-depressant, could be placebo. It is actually making me kind of sleepy and hard to get out of bed. One thing I am noticing is that I seem to be able to get into a better mood a little easier. It's still the work of getting in a good mood, such as excercising or cleaning my room. But I can actually get enough steam to do the things that do make me feel better. This has been mild though, I also notice a little irritability, but I was irritable before. I at least am not having any bad side effects.

All I really want from anti-depressants is a little bit of protection from the black hole that I find myself going back to time after time. I've beaten depression in the past and I know what it takes, it is a lot of hard work and an overall feeling about life that is very proactive and not sitting on the sidelines. Ive been on the sidelines for so long recently that I kind of have this idea that things are hopeless and this is the way they will always be. Then I remember, wait that's what depression is! And I've felt that way before and completely changed my reality. This is what I need to do again, and the thought that this is possible is beyond description. It's like seeing a long black inevitable tunnel towards imminent misery and possible death and then miraculously finding a way out into the light and a totally new reality. I am possibly getting my own place soon, and am waiting any moment to find out if approved. It's a studio in downtown Portland. There comes a time when a physical change of environment is necessary, that time is now for me. This isn't just a temporary, well if I move then everything will be ok. I am living with family right now, I really need to be on my own. In the past, this was a necessary move for me to overcome depression. I love my family, but family= depression for me. It's just that same old image of myself over and over again that I can't shake. I need to feel like a different person and that I can be anything I want to be, that is important to me. Not being looked at, judged, and defined. A lot of this is in my head I am sure at this point (even though my childhood was a different story), but things in my head are still things in my head. I need a new start and a new image of myself right now, desperately.

[Vintersemestre]

It doesn't have nearly as many side-effects as SSRIs it's completely different, chemically and doesn't have the same action at all. I think the maximum dosage is 300mg or 450mg, I can't remember but if you're noticing a benefit try and get up to the maximum and see what happens.

[steamvessel]

Well I met with a Psychiatrist and had an evaluation. She thinks I should be on Lexapro, but since I started Wellbutrin she is going to continue that for a month or so and do a follow up. I got a prescription, it's actual Wellbutrin SR, not generic. It's crazy, I took one pill today and I could immediately feel a difference. I really feel like this is different than the generic, and from what I have read this is not an uncommon reaction and that the generic doesn't have the same effect. Has anybody had any experience with this immediate reaction to Wellbutrin and any opinions on whether the generic forms of the medicine is as effective?

[WantToHeal]

Steam:

I am not a doctor, but if you google the "Wellbutrin honeymoon", you will find that, for some people, having an immediate positive reaction is a good sign. For these folks, often times the initial effects wear off, but the med tends to work well for them over the long haul. Interesting reading if nothing else.

I'm glad to finally got to meet with a professional, at a cost that is manageable to you...and that you got a prescription. ADs are best taken under the advice and care of a qualified medical professional.

Be well!

[ScaryStory]

I take a combination of Wellbutrin and Effexor. Wellbutrin has worked very well for me. Congrats on doing so much better. I how you stay that way. I know what it feels to feel low and it sucks.

[OceanBound]

Originally Posted by steamvessel

Has anybody had any experience with this immediate reaction to Wellbutrin and any opinions on whether the generic forms of the medicine is as effective?

Read this:

Bad Bargain: The Dangers of Generic Drugs - Page 1 - MSN Health & Fitness - Health Topics

Good luck!

[mattcake79]

Definitely, Steam. Overall, most generics tend to be just as effective as brand-name, but Wellbutrin seems to be one of the exceptions. I've read numerous accounts on this... The active ingredient is the same, but apparently the generic manufacturers haven't effectively replicated the -unique and complicated- delivery mechanism of brand-name Wellby SR.

Glad you got an apt. with a doctor, and that you're feeling better

[LosingmyMisery]

I've only taken the generic so I have no comparison. I still feel great.

[ClayTheScribe]

Wellbutrin hasn't helped me terribly much with the depression (then again I'm taking the generic), but it has helped me with the smoking, alcohol and food cravings, so in that way it's good. One side effect you'll want to watch out for is the shakes. I get them bad sometimes.

[Overman]

I would be VERY careful ordering any drugs online...with or w/o a script.

Many are shipped from overseas pharmacies that are not regulated. Some pills may be fake, or have additional (unwanted) substances in them.

For example, there were accounts of Xanax and Valium containing Haldol (an anti-psychotic med) being purchased online from a Hong Kong pharmacy.

Be very careful!

[ScaryStory]

Originally Posted by ClayTheScribe

Wellbutrin hasn't helped me terribly much with the depression (then again I'm taking the generic), but it has helped me with the smoking, alcohol and food cravings, so in that way it's good. One side effect you'll want to watch out for is the shakes. I get them bad sometimes.

Geez, I wish it helped me with all those cravings, awesome.

[Overman]

Another thing to know is that Wellbutrin is basically the same chemical combo as Zyban, the anti-smoking drug. Many ppl who take Wellbutrin report a decrease in nicotine cravings.