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Posted by raisinb on December 19, 2007, at 22:31:30
I hit my head about a week ago and sustained a very mild concussion. Should I wait awhile before taking the Wellbutrin? The aftereffects of concussions can last a long time, I've heard.
Posted by Racer on December 19, 2007, at 23:41:28
In reply to another wellbutrin question, posted by raisinb on December 19, 2007, at 22:31:30
You're probably safe -- especially at the low dose your doctor prescribed.
On the other hand, the anxiety you're experiencing about starting Wellbutrin isn't going to go away in the first few weeks of taking it -- and that might be a problem. Wellbutrin isn't as anxiety-reducing as the SSRIs are, although reduced depression may well reduce your anxiety. And Wellbutrin has a reputation for kicking in faster than the SSRIs, which is a good thing. The bottom line, though, is that as much anxiety as you're apparently feeling about starting it might lead you to give up on it prematurely. It might be wise to wait until your holiday stress levels go down before trying it.
Then again, if you start it now, you might be feeling some benefits by New Year's, which would also be a very good thing, wouldn't it? The sooner you start, the sooner it will start working.
Just some ideas.
Good luck.
Posted by Phillipa on December 20, 2007, at 0:01:25
In reply to Re: another wellbutrin question, posted by Racer on December 19, 2007, at 23:41:28
What does your doctor say? does he feel with the concussion that you would be due to an increased risk of seizures. I would doubt it but check it out first and good luck Phillipa
Posted by raisinb on December 20, 2007, at 12:29:44
In reply to another wellbutrin question, posted by raisinb on December 19, 2007, at 22:31:30
Thanks very much, both of you. Your feedback was really helpful.
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