I have not been on here for some time, but I have been very depressed the last year. Finally, after my counselor sent my endo a letter stating that she thinks I need anti-depressants he gave me some today. He said that Wellbutrin was well tolerated and has been used for over 20 years for smoking sessation. He also felt that in many cases people actually lose weight on it.
Just wondering what are some of your experiences on it. I have very manic bouts of depression, especially around my TOM. I have a hard time staying asleep waking up with night sweats, my work is suffering due to my lack of concentration, I feel like my life is out of control.
I lost a few pounds this year on Weight Watchers, but fell off the wagon when my schedule got changed and I could not attend regular meetings. I know I need to exercise, but I feel no motivation anymore. I know that alone may make a lot of difference in my attitude and my weight.
Just really want to know about your experiences with Wellbutrin.
Thanks,
Angie
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I'm sorry about all you battle with depression. I've never posted on this board but I came here today to ask the same question you did - about others experiences on wellbutrin. I went to the GYN yesterday for an entirely different problem and during the course of our conversation, I was telling her that I keep having heart palpitations and I'm gaining weight even though I'm breastfeeding twins. She said after talking for a while that she thinks that I am suffering from anxiety, probably caused by lack of sleep and stress so she prescribed me wellbutrin. She also told me that it should help with wt loss because it curbs that "I've gotta have it now" binge eating reflex. I have been extremely hesitant to take it though (I did take it a little while ago) and I am very curious about others experiences on it. Hope it helps you!
I was on Wellbutrin for about 3 years- and it helped a lot- I did not get any of the side effects some people seem to have. I was on a pretty hefty dose of Zoloft and Klonopin at the time, and was able to be weaned off both because the Wellbutrin was working so well. About 6 months ago, my GP switched me to Wellbutrin SR- the time released version- it supposedly does not have the same sexual side effects that some anti- depresants have, but to tell you the truth, I never had any in the first place . My doc just thinks the SR is a better version of the drug.
HTH- Let us all know how it works for you
*Aimee*
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Everyone does differently on different meds. What will be great for one, will cause havoc for another. So, if Wellbutrin doesn't work or causes you problems, do talk to your Dr. about something else. I've been on Celexa, bad tummy but felt better emotionally. Remeron, couldn't stay awake and I'm an insomniac. I average 5 hrs a night. It's not unusual for me to sleep 3 hrs and be awake for the rest of the night. I am currently taking wellbutrin sr., sort of. It helps the depression, but did not help with the anxiety attacks. I might need a little stronger as I was only taking 150 once a day. Many report that they lose weight with Wellbutrin, I gained 4 lbs in 6 weeks But, I was having severe anxiety and eating is my stress relief. So, I went to the Dr. today and he is having me try a brand new med (only out 1 1/2 weeks) called Lexapro. But, for the most part I hear that Wellbutring is terrific. It did help with my depression a lot and I will go back on it if the new med doesn't work. Good luck, ladies. The main thing is you do not have to deal with depression on your own. You are not alone. Communicate with your Dr. and always, always know that you can come here and "talk". We're here for you Hugs, Lendi
Thank you all for your replies. I have never been actually prescribed anti-depressants but know I have been depressed on and off for years, even as a kid. I was hesitant because my mom is a pill-popper and was always on anti-depressants and even gave some to me as a teen. When I got out on my own, I really turned to my faith as a way of coping with the depression, which helps a lot. However, somehow I did the Weigh Down Workshop and she made me feel like it was sinful to rely on antidepressants to help you. Then last year I had a stroke at 24 years old. That totally sent me into a major depression along with other factors. My whole life has been affected by this, my marriage, my weight is out of control, and my work is suffering. I am going to counseling now and she is a Christian counselor and she is a Godsend. She assured me it is not sinful to take meds for your depression as long as you are not addicted to them. it is a self-care issue. So many years of worry and sadness and a big shock like I had definitely can change your brain chemistry, especially when you have hormone problems to begin with.
So, my endo gave me the Wellbutrin SR yesterday. We will see how it goes.
I am so upset about my weight. I can't seem to stay motivated to stick to eating right and start exercising again. Please pray for me because I need to get well and healthy. I don't want to have another stroke or die young.
Originally posted by tiffytel However, somehow I did the Weigh Down Workshop and she made me feel like it was sinful to rely on antidepressants to help you.
Angie,
I just wanted to share some info with you from my F/I/L who is a devout Christian and who once did the Weigh Down Diet. The woman who started that plan has now gone off and founded her own, non- trinity based religion and has lost the support of most of the Christian community. This is something that deeply affected my in-laws and they have stayed away from that plan ever since. This does not neccesarily have any bearing on your own decisions, I just wanted to pass the info along.
PM me if you would like me to get additional info for you to look at from my FIL- I am sure he'd be more than willing to share it!
Hope things are looking up for you! *Aimee*
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I had a pretty good day, just felt kinda mellow. I snapped at the DH a couple times, but that could be the PMS talking. Besides, he is a real dork sometimes! He deserves a little snapping, right?
The first hour or so after I took it I felt kinda weird, a little anxiety, but after lunch i was ok. This morning lights and noise and people at work are getting on my nerves. My head hurts, and I did not sleep well at all last night...fell asleep ok, but woke up about 5 times. I am tired and PMSing--back off everyone!!!!! I felt sleppy when I went to bed, just had a bad night. Hope this goes away soon. My DH said he did not realize how much I wake up at night, duh! It has been going on for about a year! I asked him if he thinks i snore or stop breathing (apnea) but he said no, I only snore when I have a cold. so I guess it is just the hormones talking all night, keepin me up!!!!!
Just got some Wellbutrin 
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. My doc just thinks the SR is a better version of the drug.
But, I was having severe anxiety and eating is my stress relief. So, I went to the Dr. today and he is having me try a brand new med (only out 1 1/2 weeks) called Lexapro. But, for the most part I hear that Wellbutring is terrific. It did help with my depression a lot and I will go back on it if the new med doesn't work. Good luck, ladies. The main thing is you do not have to deal with depression on your own. You are not alone. Communicate with your Dr. and always, always know that you can come here and "talk". We're here for you 
