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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR WELLBUTRIN SR | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 1 | depression/GAD | A LITTLE DIZZINESS. Constipation. ED | I'm jealous of everyone who got ANY help from this stuff. 5 weeks (300MG) and I got NOTHING. ZERO. ZIP. NADA. This stuff blows chunks. | M | 54 | 5 weeks | 9/12/2006 | 5 | moderate to severe depression | Dryness in mouth, increased thirst. Decrease in inhibition, with marked increase in sexual desire. | Depression is waning, feeling better every day. Don't feel like the world is so against me anymore, just coping with folks everyday is easier and a bit more relaxed. Becoming much less inhibited though, like to strip naked in house and in backyard (as long as offspring or neighbors are not around). WXL may or may not be the direct cause of inhibition, but I am much less inhibited nonetheless if that makes any sense. Enjoying sex much more now, and a definite increase in sexual desire. Wellbutrin XL has been very helpful in my life, I was on the verge of divorce or other devastating life changes prior to starting this treatment, but life has definitely improved since starting W-XL. | M | 46 | 4 months | 9/9/2006 | 5 | adhd/fatigue/ over stressed | dry mouth, loss of appetite(yea), insomnia, kinda jittery & occasional major mood swings at first (though im predisposed), dizziness/shortness of breath, awesome dreams(yea again)!! | SO FAR SO GOOD. I take 1 pill in the morning only. The biggest thing so far is the insomnia, but I really dont mind. At least it makes me feel like the old me. I used to work 2 full time jobs,full time college, an active national guard schedule AND even doing physical training in my "spare time". With the birth of my only daughter, the deployment (and eventual seperation) from her father, and complications that led to a HUGE weight gain during pregnancy, I felt overwhelmed just maintaining one job and had to drop out of school (with one semester left). I started sleeping 10-12 hours a day as opposed to my usual 4-6, and still felt exhausted. I was also previously addicted to ephedra from my military over-kill days, which I cut cold turkey when all the bad press came out on it. After almost 2 years of trying to "break out of my slump", I decided it was time for additional help. The Doc perscribed welbutrin & I love that its 3am and Im still not tired!!! I even g | F | 25 | 4 weeks | 9/8/2006 | 4 | Recurrent Depression | So I was doing great on 60mg Cymbalta for two years when after experiencig some marital stress I crashed despite the cymbalta. My doctor put me on 150mg Wellbutrin for the first week and then increased to 300mg. My appetite is definitely diminished. Other than that the side effects have been mild. I have been on the med now for 15 days and today is the first day I feel improved (I hope it lasts!) I still sigh a lot and can feel over whelmed fairly easy but overall I think this med is taking me in the right direction. Depression sucks! | Recommended | M | 35 | 15 days | 9/6/2006 | 4 | Major Depression | Waves of nausea that are finally starting to subside and lots of dizziness, especially when standing up. I lost my balance a couple of times, but I didn't fall. Dizziness is starting to go away. Decrease in appetite-a good thing! Trouble falling asleep. Clenching of my jaw. Some serious trouble spelling...it's like I lost a connection in my brain. | I am starting to feel better, but I'm still a little cautious because this medicine is still new to me. I also tried Lexapro and Zoloft which initially worked, but eventually left me feeling way to agitated and agressive. | F | 35 | 14 days | 9/5/2006 | 2 | depression/anger/rage | Dreary sight still to this day, i took last 2 months ago, yellow spots in my eyes; dry mouth; became paranoid; could not focus at work; Loss of short term memory (lost what i was saying in the midst of my conversation; could not concentrate | I only took for one month but was not consistent, i already was afraid to take any depression meds, i tried zoloft and paxil once and had fits of rage(knocking everthing off of dresser). But i still have problems with my sight, I cannot see as clearly, it is very blurry at times. I have considered going back on again, but cannot determine if the side effects are worse off than just working through life, learning to get to the root and endure suffering, maybe it will all just lead me closer to the Lord? But to each his own cuz no one wants to be miserable all of their lives. i was never consistent with this drug though. If I ever took any again I would probably feel safer taking this one though. Again I was not consistent. | F | 28 | 1 days | 9/5/2006 | 2 | depression/anger/rage | Dreary sight still to this day, i took last 2 months ago, yellow spots in my eyes; dry mouth; became paranoid; could not focus at work; Loss of short term memory (lost what i was saying in the midst of my conversation; could not concentrate | I only took for one month but was not consistent, i already was afraid to take any depression meds, i tried zoloft and paxil once and had fits of rage(knocking everthing off of dresser). But i still have problems with my sight, I cannot see as clearly, it is very blurry at times. I have considered going back on again, but cannot determine if the side effects are worse off than just working through life, learning to get to the root and endure suffering, maybe it will all just lead me closer to the Lord? But to each his own cuz no one wants to be miserable all of their lives. i was never consistent with this drug though. If I ever took any again I would probably feel safer taking this one though. Again I was not consistent. | F | 28 | 1 days | 9/5/2006 | 2 | depression/anger/rage | Dreary sight still to this day, i took last 2 months ago, yellow spots in my eyes; dry mouth; became paranoid; could not focus at work; Loss of short term memory (lost what i was saying in the midst of my conversation; could not concentrate | I only took for one month but was not consistent, i already was afraid to take any depression meds, i tried zoloft and paxil once and had fits of rage(knocking everthing off of dresser). But i still have problems with my sight, I cannot see as clearly, it is very blurry at times. I have considered going back on again, but cannot determine if the side effects are worse off than just working through life, learning to get to the root and endure suffering, maybe it will all just lead me closer to the Lord? But to each his own cuz no one wants to be miserable all of their lives. i was never consistent with this drug though. If I ever took any again I would probably feel safer taking this one though. Again I was not consistent. | F | 28 | 1 months | 9/5/2006 | 3 | Depression | Anxiety, hypomania | I found new info on the internet from the FDA that some migraine meds interact with SSRI's and cause 'seretonin syndrome' which can be life threatening. I took Wellbutrin for a year and a half and quit for a year and now just started again. I'm worried about this migraine problem because the med I take for them (Maxalt) works wonders on my migraines. Check out this link for more info: http://www.webmd.com/content/article/125/115938 | F | 22 | 1 days | 9/3/2006 | 5 | Fibromyalgia | Tinnitus during the first month was an irritating setback however. the tinnitus may have been caused or enhanced by NSAIDs that I have been taking concurrent with Wellbutrin. | I haven't felt this good in a long time. The pain is a fraction of what is was. I accomplish more during the day. My mood is better (perhaps because I have my life back). Because I experienced tinnitus, my doctor had me cut back my dosage and take it every other day. Within less than a week the fibromyalgia symptoms began to return. I knew that if I stopped taking Wellbutrin completely, ALL of my fibromyalgia symptoms would probably return. I'd rather have a little buzzing in my ears once in a while than to ever go back to the fibromyalgia prison that my life used to be. I will never stop taking or cut back on Wellbutrin again. I am back up to my full dosage of 225mg/day - where I will stay. They'd have to pull this stuff from my white-knuckled fist to make me stop taking it. I haven't seen many posts from fibromyalgia patients. I'm surprized because it works so well. | F | 46 | 2.5 months | 9/2/2006 | 2 | depression/moods | jittery, dry mouth, anxious | I switched over from effexor 150 because I couldn't wean myself off it. Day one was ok, not one side effect. This afternoon though I feel like my insides are shaking...had a diet coke and felt like this after. Anyone else having this diet coke/jittery feeling with the caffeine? When the f*ck will this take effect. I was on this last year for a brief time; 3 weeks and I couldn't handle it-swore I would never go back on it but I am only taking 100mg. Will my sex drive come back? | F | 34 | 2 days | 8/31/2006 | 5 | Fibromyalgia | Difficulty falling asleep the first week when I was prescribed 150mg twice daily. A bit wired in the the afternoon, evening. Switched to 150mg. in the morning and able to fall asleep and felt calmer in the afternoon. | I had been suffering from symptoms of fibromyalgia for 4 years and tried everything. AFter the first week of taking Wellbutrin SR, and on a dose of 150mg. per day in the morning, my symptoms of fibromyalgia including constant upper back pain and chest tenderness almost disappeared. My energy level increased so much that I did not need a long nap in the afternoon when I was off work. I was able to start a good areobic exercise program and added strength training with therapy bands to inrease strength and flexibility to my upper body. I still have occasional flare ups of fibromyalgia after experiencing unusual physical or emotional stress. I also try to eat healthy, avoid junk foods and drink lots of water. I am a busy nurse in a busy hospital, have 3 kids at home and do lots of volunteer work. I can say that Wellbutrin is a miracle drug for me and has brought me back to my full and happy life. If you have been experiencing pain and fatique with a definite diagnosis of fibromyalgia | F | 50 | 2 years | 8/30/2006 | 3 | smoking | insomnia/dry nose | Wellbutrin worked great at 100 mg. The next day I quit smoking after 20 yrs. Insomnia was a huge problem because it caused me to be moody. I didn't need to take allergy meds because the wellbutrin dried me out to the point of bleeding when I blew my nose. Took myself off cold turkey. Back to smoking :0( | M | 35 | 5 weeks | 8/28/2006 | 4 | Depression/Anxiety | Week 1) fantastic - chipper, motivated for both work and sex, vivid and odd dreams Week 2) anxious, outburst in tears, exhausted at night, irritable, occasionally dizzy, vivid and odd dreams | Doctor started me on 150mg twice a day. Felt great but on the 10th day, I felt horrible. The only thing I can compare it to is the feeling you get when you are weening yourself off of antidepressants or constantly on a boat, I couldn't do anything all day. That was my only day like that. But since then, I have been exhausted..as in coming home for a nap during lunch and crashing by ten o'clock. Since Day 10, I have been incredibly sad - outbursts in tears, very irritable and lack of drive to work/have sex/do anything. The worst of all is the massive anxiety during the day. My doc also gave me a prescription for Nivaram (Xanax) which I have been digesting twice a day. Bad part is that the Nivaram was for any emergency panic attacks, not daily calm-me-downs. At least it helps chill me out while I am at work - otherwise, I'd be a mess. Sticking with it, as the first week of Wellbutrin SR was the best week I have had in years! | F | 24 | 14 days | 8/22/2006 | 5 | Anxiety/Panic Attacks, Lose Weight | Started 2 weeks ago with 150 of Wellbutrin XL changed to SR 300 because XL was too expensive. I have only been on SR for 2 days. I have had a headache since yesterday and feel anxious. Did not eat much today . Clenching of the jaw. It's a little hard for me to concentrate. I am also on 10 mil of lexapro which I am trying to go off of hopefully next month. Which is why the dr put me on 300 mil of Wellbutrin. I noticed if I take a xanax it helps calm me down so I am not so restless. | F | 28 | 2 days | 8/17/2006 | 1 | depression | Rage, vivid & disturbing dreams, anxiety. | Over many years as a Registered Nurse, I've had many jobs. Good relationship with employers and coworkers except twice. Ten years ago took wellbutrin for one month & was fired due to the rage it caused. One year ago was fired a 2nd time after taking wellbutrin SR for 2 weeks, same story...uncharacteristic rage and hostility. If there's ever a class action for actual, real losses, I'm signing up. Why? Not because it causes rage and extreme irritability, but because no-where on the label, websites, or any associated literature do the side effects state rage as a possibility. I wonder how many precious children have been beaten, spouses abused, or other tangible violence or loss (like jobs), this med has caused. The manufacturer I believe, is trying to keep this quiet. | F | 49 | 4 weeks | 8/16/2006 | 5 | depression | jitters, dry mouth,stiff upper body | On day 4 and I feel better already. Taking 150mg once a day- supposed to bump it up to 2 a day tommorow- I have not flipped out over even the smallest thing. I think its working for the smoking as well, the cigarrets taste gross anymore. I have been smoking less and less. Although the first day on Wellburtin, I smoked more than usual. Other than that- its working great already. | M | 38 | 4 days | 8/14/2006 | 4 | Depression & Anxiety | Insomnia | Went on Wellbutrin to counteract the ironically depressing side effects of Effexor. Absolutely love the energy it gives me and I no longer have the desire to take naps during the day. The biggest problem is the insomnia...I just can't sleep without sleep medication while on Wellbutrin. However, I feel the benefit of this medication outweighs the side-effects. | F | 26 | 2 years | 8/14/2006 | 5 | anxiety mild depression | irritable, increased anger, some trouble sleeping | i was wondering about the effects of Wellbutrin but after reading the postings, find that my symtoms are normal for someone just starting out on the drug. My libedo is unbelively stronger(fear i'm becoming a nympho!) but when i was on paxil it like i had been neutered. i've noticed an increase in sadness and was concerned but, from what i've been reading, this will pass. i hope this is the one for me. i want to get back into life and stop being so angry, doubtful, and down on myself. | M | 44 | 4 days | 8/11/2006 | 5 | mild depression/anxiety | I am posting this in part to comment on the postings I've read and in part to set the stage for my 'final answer' on wellbutrin SR. I've only been on it for about a week (100mg SR in morning). No noticeable side effects although it seems like I have more energy at the end of the day. I want to comment on what I've read here: It seems like many folks were 'overdosed' and ramped up too quickly with this drug. I am now taking into account all the bad experiences (and good) and am going to take it more slowly since I don't have severe depression and can afford to tek my time. After about 2 months I'll post again. I have heard it said that nobody can predict how you will do on an antidepressant and that it is basically a crap shoot. I'm taking the gamble that this drug will improve my energy/concentration at work and not adversely affect my relationships and home life. jr | M | 49 | 7 days | 8/6/2006 |