How and When to use Bupropion? (Wellbutrin, Zyban) - Medical Doctor Explains

[@sinasho6530]

Wellbutrin saved my life. My doctor gave me wellbutrin 5 months ago . the first 3 weeks i saw the effect. i was depressd for the past 4 years but wellbutrin saved my life. in one month ive done so many positive things then 4 years of depression .

[@EE-ie9gm]

How many mg u take

[@2bagel_882]

That’s the amazing thing about medication that stop reuptakes in dopamine.

[@yeahright6021]

@DB-COOPER amen 🙏 And how are we feeling today brother?

[@yeahright6021]

@DB-COOPER sorry for the hardship you been dealing with! Im very glad to hear things are working out for you today bro 🙏 You give me hope hearing this, I appreciate you! Will most definitely do so! 🫡🫵

[@marcuskocher4670]

Same here I was depressed and thought I was going crazy. I had no interest in doing activities or being around people. Three weeks in today and I finally feel normal again 💗

[@bestlifenow2285]

Wonderful medicine….clarity of mind,energy and weight loss has been my experience 👍

[@YouAreRightlAmWrong]

my dr wants me to gain weight and prescribed me this to quit smoking lol

[@mikeeyg1977]

@@YouAreRightlAmWrong. Did you stop smoking? My Dr just subscribed this and the patch to help me try to stop smoking. I willing to try it but a little scared of the side effects. I generally will only take a pill if I absolutely need one for pain after a surgery or like tooth extraction/ache but I’m not a big fan of any pills in general.

[@edshellard]

Just you guys wait for the magic 3 week boost to dissipate and then disappear, leaving you more depressed than ever before.

[@JohnPatersonAu]

If anyone is taking an SSRI and doesn't like the side-effects, Bupropion is definitely worth trying. I hated being on SSRI's but have no side-effects on Bupropion.

[@ADORABEL25]

Libido normal?

[@ashuvijay7031]

Same here I m facing horrible sexual side effects on ssri ! Should I try wellburtin for mild depression and chronic fatigue due to depression ?

[@ameliabrown1394]

You can ask your Dr. about adding bupropion to your ssri that’s what I do.

[@JBC050]

I'd come off the SSRI.

[@DinoKrlic]

@@ashuvijay7031 my doctor suggested that for me cause of my low sex drive. she prescribed me Wellbutrin.

[@max_hanma]

I started these tablets today after seeing this video and talking to my doctor's , hopefully my fitness will be even more extreme after stopping

[@mikeciccarello4314]

The stethoscope around his neck makes me believe him so much more. 😂

[@howtomedicate]

Haha, that is exactly the point! Great you noticed it 👍😅

[@magnificblue4357]

Same here... why ? to show you are a doctor, like the dr House? or you like earing your inner beat :)?!

[@howtomedicate]

@@magnificblue4357 haha, indeed to show I am a doctor.

[@vineetyadav931]

Psychiatrists don't carry stethoscope.

[@denaturner3115]

😂😂😂

[@chucknorris-pw4jc]

4 weeks in and I feel a lot better,sleep has been affected I used sleep a solid 8 hours and now get bout 4 dont feel tired,have been able to focus for hours on end and have incredible energy.besides sleeping poorly truly done wonders for me

[@PretENDOgolf]

This is because one thing the Dr. Doesn't mention, bupropion was originally used for cocaine cessation. It's a very odd SSRI in that it produces alot of energy almost like a lower dose amphetamine. This is also why weight loss is common. For me, burpropion crushes depression fast because it does indeed feel like I'm on a low dose of cocaine. And it helped me quit smoking in 8 days

[@Giovanni_intheflesh]

@@PretENDOgolf it’s not an ssri it’s an ndri.

[@ADORABEL25]

Any sex effect ?

[@generic9117]

i’m on day 4 of taking it, was on prozac before and all it did was numb me to everything and made me not care about anything, depression included but also good stuff. my psychiatrist said this might be better for me and my adhd which i’m also getting vyvanse for and that’s been amazing. here’s to hoping wellbutrin works as well!

[@jon33709]

How are you feeling now? I’m on day 4 and can’t sleep at all. But my mood feels pretty bright. I have more energy for some reason.

[@generic9117]

@@jon33709 i’m on like day 11 or 12, i haven’t felt any significant changes yet as it can take a month for it to start really working. maybe it’s a placebo but i don’t feel as bad as i did before. i haven’t had any side affects like insomnia though? what’s your dose?

[@JohnPatersonAu]

I'm on bupropion 300mg and vyvanse 70mg as well. I hated SSRI's. On bupropion I feel normal. I even have the occasional bad day - like everyone does. A bit of insomnia at the start but that was the only side effect.

[@hosammohamed9972]

and how are you feeling now? any changes? @@generic9117

[@perrwiinn]

Did it increase your focus time?

[@teatea_bae7357]

I shared this with my grandma since she finally made the decision to quit smoking after the passing of my grandpa from 2nd hand.

[@Derpuwolf]

I just started taking Bupropion today for my lack of focus and anxiety. If it doesn't work within the first 3 weeks, I was instructed to try out Adderall. I'm a bit nervous about both these medications but I'm doing it for my own good. I just hope everything turns out alright. Edit on 15 of April, 2022. I tried out Bupropion for a few weeks but had to get off of it shortly after. Even though it was an antidepressant, it caused me to have depressive episodes and my emotions weren't in my hands, so to speak. My best guess is that I was equipped with the wrong type of drug. I didn't have strong depression at the time, I needed something for my ADHD. A stimulant would work better than an antidepressant. Now on adderall, it works quite well. It's not a miracle drug, it helps me focus but only when I actually try to focus. Unlike without it, where I try to focus but can't. However, I can easily drink adderall and spend the next four hours hyperfocused on the wrong thing. But unlike Bupropion, it has no side effects because adderall is the equivalent of drinking coffee, for example. It's a drug consumed within a few hours and once it's done, it's chemically done and decomposed. The only side effects you'd have are during the usage time of a few hours, and it's not severe. If you don't stay hydrated, or forget to eat, you might get headaches.

[@deelvlvlg]

How it working out for you?

[@maalzagi]

@@deelvlvlg how are you now?

[@KimiRhavenrose]

I need UPDATES!

[@Derpuwolf]

@@deelvlvlg I tried out Bupropion for a few weeks but had to get off of it shortly after. Even though it was an antidepressant, it caused me to have depressive episodes and my emotions weren't in my hands, so to speak. My best guess is that I was equipped with the wrong type of drug. I didn't have strong depression at the time, I needed something for my ADHD. A stimulant would work better than an antidepressant. Now on adderall, it works quite well. It's not a miracle drug, it helps me focus but only when I actually try to focus. Unlike without it, where I try to focus but can't. However, I can easily drink adderall and spend the next four hours hyperfocused on the wrong thing. But unlike Bupropion, it has no side effects because adderall is the equivalent of drinking coffee, for example. It's a drug consumed within a few hours and once it's done, it's chemically done and decomposed. The only side effects you'd have are during the usage time of a few hours, and it's not severe. If you don't stay hydrated, or forget to eat, you might get headaches.

[@Derpuwolf]

@@KimiRhavenrose Update posted as a reply, and I'll be updating my comment.

[@erikthechosenone]

I just got my Bupropion HCL 150 MG filled today. Since this mediation has a black box warning. I have to meet with my Nurse Practitioner every month. I have my bottle in my hand now. I have yet to take it. I’ve heard really great things about the medication. I got it prescribed for my depression, but especially for my ADHD. I’m hoping it does great things for me. Considering I’m not hyper, but I have a difficult time focusing and concentrating on this. I procrastinate a lot. I start wayyy to many projects that I don’t finish. With my ADHD it’s like this: Imagine being in a gymnasium with hundreds of thousands post it notes on the walls. On every post it note, there are thoughts, tasks and projects listed on them. That’s what my mind is like 24/7. The projects, thoughts, ideas and advice are really great. It will definitely benefit my life and progress me further. But I just cannot even go through step one and sit down to focus. I get so distracted easily. It’s horrible. Hopefully this medication will really help me!

[@3500camarz]

This explains me to a T. My doctor just prescribed this to me so I’m hopeful.

[@joshuaniemann6484]

Just started today. First day went well!

[@schiros123]

This told me nothing more than what is on the label. Would be good to hear more about how it works in the brain as compared to other drugs.

[@djdebrra1377]

i’m so glad you brought up the driving side effect while using bupropion, i definitely see the difference in how i drive now while i’m on it . my boyfriend was saying i drive differently :(

[@Amandasbarros]

I kind disassociate while driving bc of Wellbutrin??? Sometimes I do things and I don't even realize, it's like I'm not actually in control. I have ADHD and I was taking to see if it would help but I think I'm not fine lol

[@solomonKachi7000]

@@Amandasbarros I have to start giving meds at least 2 months chance. I sometimes wonder if it’s me

[@BB-yw1ez]

@@AmandasbarrosHow long have you taken it that make a you feel like that? I noticed it’s been 8 months since you posted this. 🧐 How are you doing now?

[@Amandasbarros]

@@BB-yw1ez hiii, I'm way better. I'm still taking Wellbutrin, even if I think I need stimulants specific for ADHD but my doctor keeps telling me I need more discipline and my parents believe her so... Anyway, it doesn't actually help my ADHD but it helps my depression, a win is a win lol

[@FrotLopOfficial]

Perfect, I cant take these AND drink alcohol. A great reason to stop binge drinking every day (just started so not a big deal). Right now its just a habit I want to stop but havent cared to until falling into suicidal depression.

[@bryanekberg1042]

Used it to quit smoking years ago. It worked. Also made me feel alot better mentally. Got off it cold turkey. Had suicidal thoughts. I do not advise to get off it cold turkey. 20 years later in looking into talking to a doctor regarding angry, fear, and depression.

[@bryanekberg1042]

Smoked normal on it for 5 days 5 days unto it i looked at the cigarette like wht am I smoking I don't even smoke. Exactly how I felt. True story.

[@howtomedicate]

Great to hear it worked so well for you! 👍

[@fatihedinc2127]

Wellbutrin is like magic for me (18 months experince ) BEFORE 1) i used to smoke one packet of cigarrate in everyday.. 2) i drank two bottle of beers in everyday.. 3) i am in manic depression 4) my weight is 95kg.. 18 months later.. AFTER 1) I never to smoke cigarrate now.. 2) i never to drink alcohol now 3) i am feeling so good myself now 4) My weight is 82kg.. (-13kg) There is only one negattive side effect. . My dream is high definition.. it is like real.. This is my experince

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Fatih, I am happy to hear you made all these healthy improvements 👍

[@danaemoreno5207]

Me too! I’m only 1.5 months in and I’ve completely stopped vaping. I don’t crave it & I am finally feeling happy again

[@jaggerdfletcher1618]

Are you still on bruophine?

[@fatihedinc2127]

@@jaggerdfletcher1618 my short answer is NO.. Everything is allright. .

[@EE-ie9gm]

Did it increase libido?

[@pascalecat]

I started bupropion at age 20 at 150mg. I’m still on bupropion, but now 300mg, at age 26, and I’ve taken it almost consistently over the last 6 years (emitting ~8 months trying out other medication). The side effects went away, for me, in less than a month of use.

[@grayfairy8888]

Did it ever give you trouble sleeping? I’ve been taking it for a few months and I’m only now starting to experience side effects. I’m only on 100mg

[@pascalecat]

Kristina Marie Yeah, my main side effects were insomnia, bruxism, excessive sweating, and rapid heart rate. I don’t have insomnia as frequently anymore, but I do grind my teeth to no end in my sleep. The other ones went away after the first month or so.

[@EE-ie9gm]

Did u get higher libido on Wellbutrin

[@pascalecat]

@@EE-ie9gm In comparison to or in conjunction with other antidepressants, such as Zoloft, yes. By itself, no.

[@owenwalker9326]

@@pascalecat So you mean if you were experiencing low libido with an SSRI like Zoloft, and also take Wellbutrin, it can make a difference instead of just being on only one of them? Just curious

[@aaronryze]

I'm taking it for borderline personality disorder, I get drowsy on it which is pretty bad since I'm a delivery driver. The first week I lost the ability to cry, drift (don't attempt to drift/power slide on the first week as reaction time slows down), and feel anxiety which was cool cause sliding around downtown delivering packages right after black friday is stressful. Effects lessened and driving became easier second week. I still get sleepy, my doc told me to play around with the time I take the medication so I started taking it at night. For me, taking bupropion feels like theres a mechanic in my head trying to fix my brain but hes taking his time cause he wants to maximize the paycheck. I'm impulsive so I keep the meds on another floor just in case I start feeling 'quirky' and do something i regret. Btw I'm on week 3 and I feel like my normal self but less impulsive, and still drowsy

[@rituraj.sharma]

How are you ,what has been your experience with bupropion wellbutrin

[@cm88388]

Why do you recommend Wellbutrin for depression and Zyban for quitting smoking? Isn't it all just bupropion? Why would the brand matter?

[@RuDev23]

I start tomorrow morning, I'll leave an update for anyone curious.

[@RuDev23]

(First day) Today was a little easier to focus at work & i felt a bit more motivated than normal but no real big difference, No side effects yet either.

[@marlonbonilla2300]

@@RuDev23 i started today. Severe nausea and head ache

[@marlonbonilla2300]

@@RuDev23 thanks for this btw!

[@RuDev23]

Week update, I've im 6 day's sober from Marijuana & have been alot more active outside & visiting with the family. Work is still a bit of a struggle to focus but I feel a small improvement!

[@ArtistrybyMadelyn]

@@RuDev23 awesome! Keep updating pls

[@sahindemirer]

Tomorrow morning I am going to start for anxiety and low attention, fatigue problems. My doctor told me that it may not be effective for anxiety but I saw some people solved anxiety problem with Wellbutrin. I use this one because I don’t want other SSRI side effects and this one has less problems I will update day by day. Day 1: Before taking it I was having anxiety attack. After taking it I have good focus, less anxiety. I hope it helps more for my anxiety.

[@sahindemirer]

@David Vela It’s almost a week now. Pretty good. I don’t feel my hearth. The worries that I’ve been dealing with doesn’t come to my mind as they used to. I lived some bad things 2 days ago but without this pill, I’m sure I would deal with my problem accompanied with a big anxiety. I felt zero side effects. I can sleep well. Even I can have naps. People mention about focus and energy boost but I didn’t feel it. This worked just an anxiety soother for me

[@camim2612]

@@sahindemirer How are you now?

[@sahindemirer]

@@camim2612 Still feeling good. I can care my son which was extremely boring for me before Wellbutrin. I don’t feel energy boost but I feel that too much anxiety was taking my energy so without anxiety I have better energy. Today it is 17th day.

[@camim2612]

@@sahindemirer Thats cool!! I am happy for you :)

[@sahindemirer]

@@camim2612 thanks, if you hesitate be bold about it. If someone asks I will go on updating my situation

[@MrToad-rv7rg]

I find this medication a really powerful tool. This medication has helping me with my anxiety and depression and for some reason the medication help me with sleep and might seen odds but I am glad for it. I sleep 8 hours and instead of feeling ultra energizing I am just feeling calm and focus.

[@ashuvijay7031]

I was taking Escitalopram and clonazepam but it gave me horrible sexual side effects ! Should I try wellburtin ? Did u feel any sexual side effects on it ?

[@MrToad-rv7rg]

@@ashuvijay7031 not really

[@yamilethgiraldo6816]

Hola, saludos!! Te cuento que a mí me pasa igual y no logro entender porque me relaja y puedo dormir. Lo digo porque en todo lado que leo y miro videos dice que para la ansiedad no funcionan porque activa la dopamina y noradrenalina que son actuvadores no relajantes . Tu sabes la razón??❤

[@SantiagoMataRodríguez]

@@yamilethgiraldo6816 en cuanto tiempo de tomarla sentiste efectos? Yo hoy tomé una pastilla de 150 y no he notado nada

[@antoinettedominguez7697]

I was prescribed this for my ADHD, it's helped with my depression at first but not my ADHD and since it's not working for my bigger problem I've become depressed anyway for some reason 🙃 halp

[@Bakenbeauties]

I was too for my AdHD

[@maalzagi]

at what time it started to work? i also have adhd and mayor depression

[@TexasHulk]

I don’t think im depressed, I think is my everyday stress making me feel that way. I’ve been on Wellbutrin for like 12 weeks and I don’t feel anything. I used it before and it did help.. don’t find anything exciting at all. Help 🆘

[@standardname5993]

Well, in my case (moderate-severe depression) Wellbutrin was extremely effective. While I not only suffered severely from the painful symptoms of depression, but was also unable to work and was at risk of having my cognitive abilities permanently impaired, my condition improved greatly just a few days after starting Wellbutrin (150mg XR). Specifically, I had no negative changes in thinking and perceptions, or negative changes in my personality. I felt a certain euphoric effect (thought that's what cocaine must feel like) but otherwise not like being on drugs. I also noticed that I seem to have suffered from mild social anxiety all my life, which I only became aware of when the drug made it go away. Also, I only had certain side effects (itchy skin, and the feeling of a slightly altered self-perception) for the first week, during the changeover process, which then went away. Now, after several months of taking the drug, I have slowly stopped taking it. At the moment I am still a bit more tired than before, which is logical because the drug had a stimulating effect, but I no longer experience any symptoms of depression. I can only report positive things about the drug, it has served its purpose without side effects. The biggest drawback seems to me that there is no 75mg XR dosage, which on the one hand would facilitate tapering (the tablets should not be split), and after the decline of acute depression would be a perfectly adequate dose for maintenance therapy to prevent relapse over a period of time.

[@griffingarrett4807]

I just picked up my first presciption for severe depression and this post has given me a lot of hope. Thank you

[@khanyikuzwayo]

Thank you for taking the time to tell us this. I really appreciate hearing people feel the same about something I’ve struggled with.

[@elizabethharalson7903]

Hey I started taking my 150mg SR every other day. Works for me.

[@jjvexist]

That side effect list spooked me tho like anxiety is what I’m trying to combat yet it’s a potential side effect ??

[@inpropagation]

@@jjvexist Yeah, I've heard it's effective for depression but probably not for anxiety. Also, I love your RDJ profile picture :D

[@arismendygill8792]

I had a kidney transplant 4 months ago, at 3 month mark I started feeling fatigue and my insomnia kicked in crazy, going to sleep at 7 to 9AM to then wake up to take my pills and go back to sleep a little more if possible. The psychiatrist at the transplant center prescribed Wellbutril XL 150mg & Trazodone 50mg, it's been five days and I'm getting extreme side effects from shaky hand, brain fog, low blood pressure, legs giving up sometimes. The lack of concentration and speech It's crazy for now can't even speak correctly sometimes as i have to think to much, can't concentrate for shiet currently, I'll start watching videos stead of doing tasks and at the end i don't even know what the video i eatch is mostly about. Want to know If anyone else had such experience, and hopefully some with a transplant can ellaborate. Doctor keep telling me that the good effects usually start at 4 to 6 week mark.

[@cb110279]

Wish you luck

[@salmonsalmon22]

I started taking it yesterday and I've had headaches, annoyingly fast heartrate, and a lot of chills despite wearing warm clothes. I'm hoping it gets better over time.

[@gianmarcomarono5393]

How are you ? Is it working for you ?

[@chez_calabrese]

I been on it for 2 days and that’s what I’m feeling too. But pharmacist says it will make me feel anxious for the first 2 weeks so..

[@KevinsitoArgueta]

Thank you for this video info!!! Tomorrow I’m taking my first prescription with Bupropion I’m looking forward to it!!!

[@pabloescobar7802]

Great video thank you Dr. I’m new on this medication about 5 weeks in on 300mg daily and it has helped my depression.. with minimal to no side effects. New Sub by the way ..

[@MsBarryP]

I now know why quitting after 30 years of smoking was so easy. I had no idea. 🥳 JUST SAY NO TO EVIL CIGARETTES.

[@howtomedicate]

Well done!

[@effellakay7988]

Bupropion helped you quit?

[@Helloworld.asa89]

This was a lot of help! I just started

[@howtomedicate]

Good luck Maritza 👍🏻

[@bremenfan29]

I was prescribed 75mg one tablet twice a day for four days and then two tablets twice a day. I’ve been taking two tablets and I’ve been feeling side effects of insomnia, constipation, sweating, nausea, and dry mouth, tachycardia, dizziness, and muscle twitching. I had to stop.

[@TayTech51]

Same here I just started taking it two weeks ago and I had to stop cause I felt like I was gonna past out two different days and the temp increase was ridiculous

[@laural1784]

Gave me same effects and more. Was on it 8 weeks. I Just stopped it. I might try the SR version..idk

[@KingMacbeth00]

I usually take one 75mg tablet a day and feel fine. Maybe you should take one tablet and see how you feel. 🤗

[@dreauxabe7652]

Thank you for your informative insight. I started Wellbutrin for depression about a week ago and I instantly experienced the side effects of insomnia and increased stimulation and suppressed physiological status (I.e no crying episodes). However, a week in I flipped and felt a change in my mood. I started to feel heaviness and my emotions, that I had been experiencing prior, even more intensely. I would take the medication every morning to try sleep better at night. However, when I informed my PCP of these new observations she told me to stop the medication ‘cold turkey’. I know I have only been on for a week but I did not expect her to say to just stop taking the medication. She mentioned to wait a week with no medication and then start a different medication. Would you agree or what do you want think? This is truly ‘Russian roulette’ of trying to get better 😞

[@moore907]

thats exactly what it is, eventually you do find the proper one to work with your chemistry. your doctor knows exactly whats going on with you & trust me. i have years waiting to find out mine was prozac.

[@jaimemendozaaguilar1372]

I tried fluoxetine and i feel horrible even more depressed and then i changed to escitalopram and it work for 4 weeks after that i start feeling the same as fluoxetine so so bad and now im starting with bupropion and its so awesome how i feel even with more energy at work thing that the other ones didnt made me feel but its true that between changing from one to other my doctor told me to wait 8 to 10 days before i start the next one

[@aazanahmed8325]

I feel the same way, but I am confused if I should stop it or keep taking it. I took it at night before sleep but I noticed that it increased my depression way too much and all I ever felt was sad unfortunately. I’m not sure if this has changed me forever, I really hope it hasn’t.

[@Trippyz502]

@@jaimemendozaaguilar1372 is Bupropion anything like adderal? Is it stimulating or have any euphoria effect?

[@jaimemendozaaguilar1372]

@@Trippyz502 i didn't had any euphoria effect but what its true is that you have to take it early in the morning because if you take it before going to bed you will not sleep all night because yes its stimulating effects and maybe euphoria effects too on higher doses

[@Queen_Popsicle]

Wait a minute now... my psychiatrist told me to take 150mg once per day for three days, then bump to 150mg twice per day. 😧

[@mitchmaria849]

Mine as well, I was confused about the 4 week thing. I’ve been on it for like 6 days now and I’m experiencing a hell of a lot of brain fog to the point of mild disassociation.

[@SubmitTheKraken]

I mean you need that stethoscope for emergencies, quick drawing is a must!

[@Kingboo1081]

Came here to watch a video on my new antidepressant, can’t stop looking at them eyes 🙊

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Jamie, haha, I hope you did also learn something!

[@kdip26]

How you feeling buddy..hows the medicine effect

[@ZZZmrsssze]

You deserve millions of views, our society is supporting manipulators and rejecting usefull people, sad but keep going, you're very usefull

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Bojidar, Thank you! I am happy to help.

[@Dustin_Quick_Holy_Smokes]

I’m constantly exhausted. Really hoping this helps. I’ve heard good things! Will it help with energy?

[@mobydiccc]

Ever heard of micro dosing ?

[@WA-pd2cc]

@@mobydiccc do you microcode this? By cutting it down? Would that even work

[@mobydiccc]

@@WA-pd2cc no look up psilocybin mushroom micro dosing effects and look into lions mane mushroom trust me you won’t regret it if they are available too you

[@Tobitube93]

and did it help you?

[@blizzardbaby]

It does for me. Takes at least a month to start working, although I think some feel it sooner than that. Good luck!

[@eatymceatison97]

Ik ben heel blij dat iemand met medische kennis de moeite heeft genomen om een kanaal gewijd hieraan te creeren! :D Ik heb het in de kast staan. Ik was heel lang bang dat ik er psychotisch van zou worden. Wat is jouw advies?

[@wilmagerrits9745]

Hoi, en heb je het intussen genomen.. Ik krijg het binnekort als ik volledig afgebouwd ben van de citalopram. Maar Jezus wat een horror verhalen zeg. Btw mijn huisarts moet zich er nog in gaan verdiepen, omdat ze er weinig ervaring mee hebben. Alleen de lage dosis om te stoppen met roken. Ik zou het nemen voor mijn chronische depressie.. Na alle SSRI hoopte ik dat dit het wondermiddel zou zijn, maar begin ernstig te twijfelen..

[@patrickalmeda9537]

@@wilmagerrits9745It worked?

[@elamirnaz1785]

Thank you so much Doctor for the video ... it's very helpful ...

[@howtomedicate]

Thank you! I am happy to help.

[@stardust7604]

It’s working for me thank God 🙏🏻

[@Myhandle11111]

I like ur personality which is why ill keep watching. However, I've been taking Wellbutrin for many years now and it's a purple circle pill

[@Mexicobeanpole]

Mine too.

[@TheKingShadez]

I will start taking this medication in a couple days, Bupropion HCL 150MG 24Hr SA tab. I was on Mirtazapine and it wasn’t working well for me. I’m on other medications for PTSD as well. I hope this will help me.

[@briankivuti]

This was super useful. Thank you!

[@LindaW-bl2te]

Thank you for the friendly informative post 😊

[@biancaloewen9061]

I’m starting this week!! Depression & ADHD - I will update in a week :)

[@Bakenbeauties]

How’s it going ???

[@Krystal620]

😍💜 Thank you! What are the side effects of Bupropion please? Happy Holidays and Happy New Year’s to you and yours Dr ! 💜😍

[@howtomedicate]

Happy holidays to you to! I cover the side effects later in the video, and in the description! 👍

[@Krystal620]

How to Medicate Thank you. I was looking for a written description 😍💜

[@howtomedicate]

@@Krystal620 no problem! I am happy to help.

[@jeskafay3263]

Hair loss 😕 Minor headaches Weight fluctuations.

[@keciadejear8670]

My doctor is allowing me to take 2 150mgs in morning instead of doing twice a day

[@susannajedrol6702]

Me watching this with severe adhd who can’t swallow pills, and after adderal made my heart rate skyrocket 👁👄👁 I- I’ll try

[@kdip26]

You so beautiful..hope you feeling well .

[@caatabatic]

min inability to swallow was related to anxiety disorder. same for you?

[@YamChopp]

Yea.. just starting this aswell for a smoking cessation I'll try to update

[@linneamai244]

After almost 30 days. I'm starting to wonder what is happening, because I'm still struggling with getting out of bed and generally having motivation towards life.

[@JG-cy2wf]

Are you only taking 150mg once/day or have you gone up to 150mg twice/day?

[@yvanmontes9222]

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[@honeydipqueen]

Thanks for the info! Great video.

[@howtomedicate]

Happy to help Olivia!

[@tripass144]

Your hand movements driving me crazy 😜. Good video sir.

[@howtomedicate]

Haha, my hands are always moving when I try to explain something. Anyhow, great they you liked the video! Where you looking for something in particular from this video?

[@roselaflare]

Hes on Wellbutrin. Lmaooo

[@Krystal620]

😍💜😍 I’ll watch again. I saw the side effects listed for Zyban but not Bupropion in the description💜😍💜

[@howtomedicate]

The side effects are the same. Zyban is a brand of Bupropion.

[@russthorn7205]

I was prescribed this for anxiety and depression does it work for anxiety and thoughts that come with it

[@greekozygirl599]

thanks the smoking part was very helpful.

[@edshellard]

What about using it whilst being a life long daily cannabis user?

[@millstreetteut7835]

Is it safe to take it with Effexor? Im on 26mg effexor tapering slow to reduce the withdrawl. Thank you 😊 and is it as hard to come off as it is for Venlafaxin?

[@Moshe.hersh.berkowitz]

I have the Same question

[@-m7k0z7-9]

*Sorry for the long writing* What if me drinking coffee improves my energy levels and mood. When I drink coffee (especially medium size Americano w/no sugar), I feel good energy & confidence & I feel that I can concur my tasks and I see things more clearly. And feel driven to do things (If I had them as goals) w/out crippling anxiety and overthinking things. Normally I might feel graugy even if my sleep schedule is fixed & if I'd slept for 7-8 hrs that day. But for some reason large amounts of coffee fixes it + it makes it easier for me to "decode" information during lectures, understand, and learn; without having to put in huge amounts of effort to focus and understand what's being said in the lecture. Caffeine seems to make the learning process smoother for my brain. IDK how and why. (I've read about ADHD; and how stimulants can help such cases. I don't have ADHD, maybe what I've experienced was a placebo effect). *Large amounts of coffee lifts up my spirit & brings back the old me (the motivated me). Without it I may be a sloppy human that hates doing things. With it I feel like doing things without complaining. I do have huge anxiety that I hate. I've experienced its symptoms more than once for months [separated intervals of individual months]. I wish I can have an off-switch that can keep me grounded in the now; so that I can thing on my feet, and not have to be crippled by fatigue and overthinking due to feeling overwhelmed by choices; which leads to feeling anxious.

[@paxster76]

I used to be a huge coffee drinker in the morning, but when coupled with bupropion my anxiety tripled. I switched to decaf and all is good now. I realized I don't need the caffeine as much anymore.

[@TheRoguesy2]

You could listen to him and do all of that or listen to me. I used Buproprien SR 150 3 times a day for 4 days and dropped down to once a day on the fifth and stopped vaping in 3 days cold turkey. I was a chain vaper at high milligrams, way more than actual cigarettes. On the first day I took one weening puff every few hours to take the edge off. Second day a couple throughout the day and destroyed all my vaping paraphernalia that night. It's my 6th day today and I'm totally craving free.

[@andrewcrabtree1773]

Update? Been thinking about this for quitting vaping because I’m on the same page.

[@MdShahin-nm7xw]

I was sertraline for 4 years off and on since 3 years did nothing for me and i taken many supplements instead of antidepressants but did nothing for me I'm still major depressive anxiety fear now i decided i will take sertraline but many people said get positive results on taken wellbutrin Question will it benefits for anxiety if take wellbutrin instead of sertraline?

[@kevinburke544]

why do you recommend brands Wellbutrin for depression and zyban for smoking, they are just the same thing formulated by differed companies are they not

[@EuriEuropa]

I love bupropion, I use it for adhd

[@millstreetteut7835]

Thank you. How do you taper off Wellbutrin?

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Millstreet Teut, You should discuss this with your prescribing physician. They can help you with the process.

[@Mr.CerealKiller]

Does it help with anxiety? My anxiety is hard to take and cope. My MD prescribed me 15mg Adderall XR for my ADHD and Buprion SR 100mg for my anxiety and depression. Does Buprion work for anxiety?

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Lil_brohammad, Bupropion can be used to treat a depression, but I don't know if it works for anxiety.

[@Mr.CerealKiller]

HOW TO MEDICATE would it counter effect the Adderall

[@ihsangul8002]

Yes..use inderal and bupropion combine..u will soon out of depression

[@evam.930]

I got more anxious from it, so I'd be careful.

[@Gio-ci7fv]

You are lucky for having Adderall. I live in Italy and here it does not exist

[@rowlandbuck2703]

I actually take 1 before my 12 hour shift (150 mg), then 1 after right before bed. That may seem counter intuitive, but I actually get better sleep and don’t wake up in a funk, not wanting to get out of bed, Be aware that I’ve worked third shift fir decades now, which DOES change ones brain chemistry a bit. I wouldn’t do this as a day shift normie.

[@imdigital1986]

I just started bupropion first week on it. I take Lexapro as well. Lexapro is a very good med too.

[@jdssurf]

how do you feel, did u stop lexapro

[@Myhandle11111]

Also, i love wellbutrin. However, im tired mentally abd physically all the time. I have no tyroid issues for my doctor takes blood religiously. I've been missing a lot of work due to this problem and I'm just fed up with hitting frustrated what can I do?

[@ryanrider959]

How are your eating and sleeping habits?

[@purplecat733]

I feel like I don’t notice a difference if I take it or don’t take it or if my dose is higher or lower anyone else ?

[@godsamazing2090]

I was prescribed buproprion (not Zyban or Wellbutrin) 150mg twice a day to quit smoking. Will this generic brand still help with quiting smoking? I notice you stated to use the Wellbutrine brand for quiting smoking. Thanks fir your video, your help, and response. 🙂

[@MG63]

The brand names Zyban and Wellbutrin both contain the active generic drug bupropion. So yes the generic version is exactly the same as the branded versions. The only difference is that generic drugs are cheaper than brand name versions of the same drug.

[@casalamusique]

did you stop smoking? If yes, after how many days, did you have to make an effort with something else or did the medication alone make a difference, what did you feel?

[@j4m32hz6]

Merry Christmas

[@vr6trooper]

I’ve been on Wellbutrin 300mg for maybe 6 months now and every single day I don’t really have a “headache” it’s more just like cloudiness or head congestion idk, it’s kind of hard to explain. But when I see side effects of “headaches” I wonder if this is considered a headache. I do feel dizzy at times but maybe this annoying head pressure that won’t go away. Do you think it’s time to move on from this?

[@finn8922]

this is me at this exact moment bro

[@vr6trooper]

@@finn8922 found out I have adhd and the new medication has changed my life. We’re still trying to find the right ADHD medication because there are many but I have felt so much better. Wellbutrin didn’t do a damn thing for me. Please Talk to psychiatrist about it. That might help you out. Hope this helps. I want came to the comment section of KZbin videos and nobody ever really replied so I’m hoping this helps bro

[@vr6trooper]

@@finn8922 Sorry I didn’t respond faster

[@finn8922]

@@vr6trooper Thank you for the help, I appreciate it! Wellbutrin is very odd yes. I am/was taking 1x daily to help with stress and anxiety - 6 days ago it got bumped to 2x to help me quit nicotine also. I feel so cloudy and dizzy…also have not slept much past 6 days. Going to give it 2 more days. If it does not improve I definitely am done with it bro

[@vr6trooper]

@@finn8922 ok but if you just started it, give it time to get into your system. Those types of medicines take weeks to show improvement. It didn’t work for me but it could work for you. Just remember man don’t stop seeking help. I went to one psych and they kept me on Wellbutrin. A year later I tried another psych and she changed my life. I’m rooting for you man. Good luck. Hit me up on here if you ever have any questions. I’ll respond when I can

[@simmsimmerson6039]

Doctor, I have been prescribed Wellbutrin and I love this medication, however, I am experiencing chest pain. This is literally the only thing about this medication that is bad. I feel completely normal and the self I have been missing out on for so long not on the right plan. Is there another drug or dosage that would not give me chest pains?? thank you

[@AmandaLeighS]

Talk to the doctor who prescribed your medication

[@bianca3310bee]

Hi, I going to start taking this medication but I have hypothyroidism. Any suggestions about if I can take these medications together of if I should take time to separate? If so how long between. Thank you

[@howtomedicate]

Hey Bianca, good question. I could not find that hypothyroidism slows the absorption or metabolisation of Bupropion. But it is important to note that not all medication can be combined. Therefore the best thing to do would be to visit your phycisian and ask them for personal advice. I hope this was helpful 😅

[@EL_Yettii]

Thank you for the info

[@robalmirall3572]

Hello. Early on in the video, you mentioned another Rx is better than Bupropian. Which medication would you be referring to?

[@dynamic.catharsis8987]

Anyone else get intense itching? No hives or any other allergic reaction, just a buggy crawling feeling? I suffer with that but would love to be able to take it.

[@RockerFoo92]

Been taking it for a week now and yes I get incredibly itchy seems like mostly at night

[@milanaisms]

one thing no one has spoken about in the comments is that this med REQUIRES that you drink lots of water; many of the side effects can be mitigated if you’d adequately hydrated.

[@Toysinnick123456]

Good product, no side effects

[@karelutjes9710]

My Dutch psychiatrist prescribed me Wellbutrin, which worked great except for the allergic reaction I got. So now we're gonna try zyban. I used zyban a long time ago and had no severe side effects then. You state for depression, Wellbutrin is the way to go. Why not zyban? (Tried SSRI's , didn't work) thanks In advance.

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Karel Utjes, Good question. Zyban and Wellbutrin are brandnames, but they contain the same drug/active substance. Usually Zyban is prescribed to help people quit smoking and Wellbutrin is prescribed to treat depressions. This is the way both drugs are branded. I hope this was helpful!

[@honeydipqueen]

If I don’t feel any effects on 150mg after 2 weeks should I call my doctor? Or wait another 2 weeks?

[@pigliatistopallozzo9820]

hi,nice contents.No mentions about the use of this med for fight food craving,exp junk,not useful at all?

[@yusufaltundal3482]

Thanks for the video

[@andrelaverdiere9181]

Helllo, I would like to know if Wellbutrin can increase creatinine level ?

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Andre, I don't know, but I can not find anything on increased creatinine levels in medical literature. If you really want to know than you could ask your prescribing physician.

[@Lundywildez]

Something about his manurisms is super entertaining in a good way.

[@jaimemendozaaguilar1372]

Handsome Doctor!!! 😍 im a New subscriber and liked the video .. i took my first dose today and i feel more energy in my job and good mood its awesome how in the first day i feel very good i hope i dont experience some side efects like with escitalopram and fluoxetine i feel really bad with that ones!! Thanx Doc God Bless You! - From Guadalajara MEX!!

[@wilmagerrits9745]

Hi there, and how are you doing now?

[@jaimemendozaaguilar1372]

@@wilmagerrits9745 Hello!! Im better now i feel with more energy and more motivated its working so good bupropion on me i hope it gets even better 😉😉🙏🏻

[@EricMcBride323]

Is your dosage 150 or 300?

[@jaimemendozaaguilar1372]

@@EricMcBride323 300 but im not taking it no more

[@ZeginMakesMusic]

I just got this from my Dr. She only gave me 75mg. I cant notice any difference. Should i take 2?

[@sid6554]

Why wellbutrin for depression and zyban to quit smoking...if they're the same thing?

[@PamelaRayman]

You’re great!

[@yamilethgiraldo6816]

Hello, thanks for the video. Do you know something curious? You can help me. I stop taking Bupropion and take it for depression, but it also serves me for anxiety 😁🤔 I don't understand how I can help myself to feel calm if it is supposed to increase dopamine and noradrenaline, which are not activators? Thank you!!!

[@alexhaasit]

Is welbutrin ok to take with anti depressant celexa?

[@dagerikhaugen577]

I’ve been taken wellbutrin for 2-3 weeks, I can’t say I feel any difference... i suffer from bipolar 1 too and takes mood stabilizing - would you say wellbutrin is nothing for me and i should stop taking it?

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Dag, Always discuss this with your prescribing physician.

[@koyotek3338]

no, xanax is better for bipolar. anti depressants make bipolar people suicidal and depressed. takes the joy out of life. im not a doctor, nobody will listen to me but i took zoloft for 2 years and it ruined my life.

[@nenalopez8145]

Hello a question do these medications make you gain weight

[@tarynwarren6044]

Does it help for cannabis smoking ?

[@rebelliousfineart8202]

I took it for a few months first 150mg and then 300mg but I had to stop because it gave me narcolepsy, made me feel stupid, and it gave me a ton of anxiety. And I felt an intense urge to smoke more.

[@HappyMomma412]

Love your video! Thank you. 🙏🏾💜🌈

[@howtomedicate]

Hi HappyMomma412, Amazing to hear you loved my video! I am happy to help!

[@EmirCesan]

Please doctor, I would like your oppinion. I'm tapering off Clomipramine as it's not working any more for me after a year. I have set my eyes on Vortioxetine of Buproprion. I was wanderring do you have any idea of these last 2 as continuation, i'm having anxiety and major deoression. Bupropion seems appealing as it works on dopamine receptors, not serotonine. Do you have any idea which will dit better? Thank you.

[@claudinecharles36]

Is it good for weight loss

[@GreatMindsSeekTruth]

Yes….many people claim to lose weight while taking it. Some say it’s comparable to a stimulant…so maybe that’s why.

[@mariacastano5046]

Doctor, I have a question. Can I take it in the morning before my breakfast?

[@iuvcats3334]

Yes, you can take it with or without food!!!

[@simonatodorova5203]

For pregnancy it is better to use Bupropion than smoking actually. So your last advice was a bit shallow. For those women who find it hard to quit smoking-it's good to know that nicotine and tobacco are way more harmful for the baby than Bupropion.