Posted by paxvox on November 8, 2001, at 9:27:00
In reply to Wellbutrin questions/bulimia, posted by pav on November 7, 2001, at 22:53:23
Typically, WB is not given to people with a history of eating disorders due to its anorexic properties. This, I believe, follows the same logic of avoiding certain doses of WB because of seizure risk. If you ARE CURRENTLY having an eating disorder, WB would be contraindicated for you. Personally, I don't think your past history should exclude you from the positive effects a med may have for you. As far as ADD and related attention disorders, WB works similarly to the amphetamines, with fewer of the negative effects of them.
The sadness and depressive feelings you are having are *probably* NOT an effect of the WB, but a related depressive condition. WB, if anything, greatly improves one's mood and energy level.
WB takes a good 3-4 weeks to reach its peak serum plasma levels. So don't be discouraged, give it some time. I have been using it for almost 3 years. There ARE some issues I have with WB, but none that you mentioned. As with any med, each person will respond differently to some degree or another.
Hope this helps, if not, there are some excellent links available for info on WB.
PAX
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