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Posted 2/7/2014 6:24 PM (GMT 0)
hello,
i have been taking Paxil for about 10 years. I'm tired of the fatigue it gives me plus i gained 30 lbs on it. i have always had a fairly muscular body, working out and eating correctly. no matter what i have tried i do not lose one single pound. i am going to switch to Wellbutrin and see how it works. can anyone give me any advice that could help me before i start? i am currently weening myself off of Paxil, very slowly i know, and should be done when i start the Wellbutrin.

Post Edited (sbman1) : 2/7/2014 11:30:07 AM (GMT-7)

Posted 2/7/2014 7:20 PM (GMT 0)
The wellbutrin doesn't cause weight gain in most people. There is always that exception. But I think you will like it. I found that I could think really clear on it. I liked that. My only problem was I needed a high dose and the high dose started making me nervous and I got insomnia.

I hope that the wellbutrin works well for you. I noticed it didn't take long to feel the benefits of it.

Welcome to the forum. Keep posting and keep us up to date on how you progress. Good luck!!!

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 2/7/2014 8:31 PM (GMT 0)
Karen, thank you for your prompt reply. I've been doing some reading on Wellbutrin and i see the normal dosage for adults is 300 mg daily. it also said to start with a 150 mg dosage for at least 4 days then increase to normal. is that a good thing? it said to take it in the morning to help prevent insomnia. also, what was the dosage you were taking if you don't mind me asking.
Posted 2/8/2014 1:19 AM (GMT 0)
I believe I was at 300 when I couldn't tolerate it anymore. But that doesn't mean that will happen to you. You will probably tolerate it well. I think the dose increase may be right. The doc might want you to go more than four days before an increase though. I am not sure actually.

I would definately take it in the morning though. I think you will like the way it makes your thinking sharp. I take pristiq now. I have been taking it for a few years. I really like it. I take abilify along with it. Abilify is very expensive if you don't have insurance though. It helps the pristiq work better for me.

I truly wish you the best with the med change. I hope that the wellbutrin works well for you.

Best wishes, have a good night...

Hugs, Karen...
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