Posted by Francesco on August 10, 2003, at 16:15:34
In reply to Re: Wellbutrin for Depression and ADHD???? » goodfaith, posted by Dinah on August 10, 2003, at 15:03:47
Hi, my story is very similar to yours. I recently discovered that I have AHDH and I'm trying Wellbutrin for the first time (this is my seventh day). The reccomended dosage is 300 mg per day (150 mg twice a day). The side effects are highly subjective but reading the posts the most common seems to be irritability (and I can confirm it). Some experiences nausea but I have no problem with it. No problem with sex or weight gain for most people. Another effect reported is insomnia but I didn't have it even if 'till now I'm only on 150 mg (the second dose is more problematic because you have to take it at least 8 hours after the first). As every antidepressant you should try it for at least a couple of months before deciding if it's worth to take it.
Didn't you remind the side effects you had when you was on Wellbutrin for the first time ?I have used Anafranil (TCA) for years and it had been very useful for my AHDH but it made a mess with my social life (I was able to study and concentrate but I was very hostile to people and very shy at the same time, not to talk about lack of desire and weight gain).
so, let me know about your experience with WB and I'll do the same : ) don't worry about the side effects. the only way to know which they are is ... take it !
bye and good luck
poster:Francesco
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