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Posted 11/4/2017 3:07 PM (GMT 0)
Hi all. Well I’m back.... after having some success with only being on Buspar for about the last 4-6 weeks it’s finally stopped being enoughsad( Depression/panic/anxiety is back with a VENGANCEsad I feel like this is the worst it’s ever been, but my husband and Dr are saying this is exactly what happens each time.... any way they are keeping me in buspar and starting me on Wellbutrin as well. This is one I haven’t tried yet, I’m a little petrified to say the least as I have read it can be bad for anxiety but I’m hoping that the buspar with counter act it. My dr said the Wellbutrin is more stimulating so it should work pretty fast. Fingers crossed. Any encouragement would mean more than you know!!
Posted 11/4/2017 3:36 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Mel,

I wish you luck on your new prescrip. Remember, the doctor is the expert as far as what to try, and then your responsibility is to let him/her know how it is working. Do not give up, and hopefully you will find a mix that will work for you!

Love,
Rich
Posted 11/4/2017 3:43 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you for replying Rich. It means a lot that people care. And this is how I know I’m dealing with a little more depression as I’m crying reading/typing this!!
Posted 11/4/2017 5:40 PM (GMT 0)
The net says BuSpar is an anti-anxiety medicine, that "is used to treat symptoms of anxiety, such as fear, tension, irritability, dizziness, pounding heartbeat, and other physical symptoms."

Net notes that, "Wellbutrin is an antidepressant medication used to treat major depressive disorder and seasonal affective disorder"

So, you're on Buspar, which is for anxiety, and now you say
"Depression/panic/anxiety is back with a VENGANCE."

You note, "And this is how I know I’m dealing with a little more depression as I’m crying reading/typing this!!"

You're right, I was crying one time and my psychiatrist said, "Aw, you're just depressed."

So, crying must b e a sign of depression. And, for that, your doctor has added an anti-depressant, Wellbutrin.

So it looks like you're on the right medicines.

The new med, Wellbutrin, may take some time to kick in to full effect, I couldn't find that on the net, but you could be getting some effects of it in a day or two or three.

So the Buspar is dealing with the anxiety, and the new med, Wellbutrin, is dealing with the depression that you say you have.

If you still have anxiety, maybe the doctor can increase the Buspar.

These are all my opinions as a bipolar.
Posted 11/4/2017 6:09 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks Tim Tam. I’m very nervous/excited for relief. I also now realize after dealing with this for over 20 yrs that I’m going to be a lifer in AD and I’m now 100% ok with it. It has been hell since March and I fought hard only trying to be on buspar the last 4/6 weeks but I’m ready to get my life back in track.
Posted 11/4/2017 9:51 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Mel,

I am sorry to hear about this setback/plateau. I know this must be really dissapointing. :/

However, the good news...and what counts in the big picture is that you're being proactive and getting the help you need!!

Well done on talking to your doctor. I have heard good things about Wellbutrin as an add-on...so I think you have reason to believe you'll do well. smile

Keep us updated, so that we can keep you encouraged!

S.C.
Posted 11/5/2017 11:00 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you SC. Today is day 2 of Wellbutrin. Feeling ok. Forgot to mention that I’m getting a sinus infection or cold so maybe that is taking away if I’m having side effects. My doc said I️ should know quickly is the WB is going to work since it’s pretty stimulating. Thanks for all the support .
Posted 11/6/2017 2:26 AM (GMT 0)
Oh no...talk about bad timing!

I hope you recover from the sinus trouble soon...and feel better all around.

Update when you can!

S.C.
Posted 11/6/2017 3:10 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Mel,

So sorry about your setback, and also your sinuses! No fun at all.

My aunt has had a lot of success on Wellbutrin, and she's been on it for many, many years with no poop-out effect either which is a huge positive. If your doctor has great faith in it for you, then I'm sure it will begin to kick in and make you feel better soon.

Feel better!!!!
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