Posted by Cam W. on March 30, 2000, at 23:11:34
In reply to Wellbutrin Side Effects - (to anyone), posted by Lydia on March 30, 2000, at 22:05:42
Lydia - I had the same side effects for the first couple of weeks taking Wellbutrin, only you seem to be a little more sensitive to these effects than I was. The side effects for me have abated and I am definitely not as depressed as I once was. (I am presuming you are taking the SR - sustained release - version of Wellbutrin). If you feel this way after another 7 days, contact your doctor and tell him/her how you feel before increasing the dose.When (or if) you do increase the dose, do not take the evening dose after 4:00pm or you may have trouble sleeping. Remember to take the doses at least eight hours apart to reduce the risk of seizures (relatively low risk anyway).
I did not lose weight on Wellbutrin, but I did start an intensive exercise program at the same time (karate). I think I have put on more muscle, as it is harder to grab hold of my love handles. I still think my waist is too big, but I think I am letting society dictate what I should look like and not realizing that I am probably going to end up looking like (and acting like) my parents.
Maybe try taking the Wellbutrin with food, to see if this helps relieve some of the side effects. Good luck - Cam W.
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