Depression Questions (Page 45)

Is bupropion (Wellbutrin SR) making me hyper?

I've always had a little bit of restlessness, but because of my BPD and OCD I tend to be less hyperactive than even a normal person. I rarely want to do anything or go anywhere. I've been prescribed bupropion for a while, and I took it for a couple of months with the only side affects I picked up... read more

Having been on phenelzine for over 45 years my GP has said that I have to change drug?

It is not cost effective. Psychiatrist said this morning to change to venlafaxine (telephone consultation). He wants me off of phenelzine in 2 months rather than what I would prefer. That is over about 6 months. Not happy as he is only a locum and took now interest in my views. Probally wants to... read more

Abilify - Should I wean off or go cold turkey?

I was on 2-4 mg's of abilify at various different times for 5 years. I just tried to quit cold? turkey and have been having majorly unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Should I tough it out for a few days or go back up and try to wean off slowly?

I have been prescribed mirtazapine 15mg. I am really worried about huge weight gain. Help!?

Does anyone know what dose (7.5, 15 or 30 mg) produces more carbohydrate cravings and consequent weight gain? That scares me. I couldn't find that information on the internet. Please help.

Lamotrigine making me stupid?

I'm 58. I started taking lamotrigine (titrated to 150 mg) for depression, along with bupropion (300 mg). After about three months I am feeling better depression-wise, not sure if it's the drugs or just the springtime and some social contact again. But I feel like there is seriously something wrong... read more

What is making me so tired taking Cymbalta 60 mg?

I’ve been taking Cymbalta 60 mg for a little over 8 months now & some days I’m okay but most days I have no energy at all I’m constantly sleeping. If I fight it I feel so drowsy & just blah. It has got to the point I can’t even tell if I’m fighting the depression or not because I still feel so depre... read more

Does Abilify cause weight gain?

Has fluvoxamine been discontinued, or is it just a shortage in the UK?

I'm supposed to start this, 100mg seems impossible to get hold of, 50s are short supply and two pharmacies said that it's been discontinued. However, other pharmacies haven't, the bnf hasn't, and idk where else to look.

Can antidepressants and Ozempic be taken together?

I’m planning to begin taking Ozempic for weight loss. I take Zoloft and Buspar for anxiety and depression. Will this effect my weight loss goals?

How long does it take for escitalopram to get in my system?

Escitalopram 10 mg. I am 20 years old

Risperdal/Risperidone Withdrawal Side Effects?

I am currently taking 1mg to sometimes 2mg doses of Risperdal/Risperidone. What are the withdrawal effects with my dosage? Is it true paranoia (hallucinations) and delusions would occur? Or just mild irritability/ticking/twitching?

Looking for valium experiances... twice weekly users?

Today im going to the doc and requesting valium while i transition into new antidepressants. i was wondering if anyone who has used valium (or another long half life benzo) twice a week has NOT built up a dependancy (incorperating tolerance). Iv been told that if you take a narcotic pretty much at... read more

Depression - how long does it take for depakote to start working?

my doctor had just put me on depakote and i was wondering how long does it take to come in affect to where i will notice a difference?

Why is ritalin used with antidepressants ?

I suffer with severe major depression and was recently also put on ritalin to enhance the antidepressant. 10 mg 3 times daily and i do feel great still have anxiety attacks. How long can you take ritalin for?

Can I take Lexapro and Lisinopril at the same time?

Does it matter if i take my depression med an blood pressure med at same time.