Posted by galkeepinon on July 7, 2003, at 0:10:51
In reply to Re: Effexor question for Caleb too, posted by Caleb462 on July 7, 2003, at 0:05:00
Caleb, thanks-I heard this a few months ago. A doctor put me on it then all of the sudden took me off with virtually no explanation-in which I should have asked why. quite odd.
thanks for the info, I may do a search now also.
> > Your very welcome Geralyn.
> > Caleb....... Have you heard anything in regards to Wellbutrin about the potential of a stroke with its use????
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> Gal... no, I have not. The main concern that comes up with the use of wellbutrin is usually seizure risk. However... seizure risk with Wellbutrin, in doses of 75-450 mg/day, is quite similiar to the seizure risk with other anti-depressants. Thus the seizure concern is a bit over-dramatized.
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> As for stroke, I have not heard anything in particular about Wellbutrin and stroke. I've certainly read about strokes occuring with chronic use of stimulants (such as cocaine), but I'm unfamiliar with any literature regarding Wellbutrin and strokes. I might do some googling and see what I come up with.
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> I assume Wellbutrin (and other stimulating meds) would not be a good choice for those predisposed to stroke, or with a history of it - but this is just an assumption.
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