Posted by Cam W. on June 3, 2000, at 18:11:19
In reply to Wellbutrin and menstruation, posted by Melina on June 3, 2000, at 13:38:09
Melina - Wellbutrin has caused women to start menopause and has also caused 'ovarian disorder' (whatever that is), so the drug must be playing with the hormonal system. Also, the body's stress system (HPA axis, which breaks down and leads to depressive symptoms) is closely linked to the body's hormonal system at many different levels.
Whether, in your case, the menstrual regulation is a direct effect of the Wellbutrin or an indirect effect of the relieving of your depression, I don't know. These are two possible considerations you can mention to your doctor. If you relapse into depression within the next month or two because of the drop in Wellbutrin dose, you may be able to assume that the menstrual regulation was due to a relieving of the depression. In a way, this could be good for you in the long run, as you would be able to predict whether an antidepressant is working for you by whether it regulates your menses or not. I doubt this would work for everyone and may not even be the case here. I am just thinking out loud, again.
Hope this helps - Cam
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