Major Depressive Disorder Questions (Page 22)

Bupropion - Weaning off bupropion SR 75 mg?

I am taking 75 mg of bupropion every other day. Can I cut the pill if half and take 1/2 in morning and 1/2 at night?

Wellbutrin - bupropion allergy or side effect ?

I'm 74 and have been taking 200 mg of bupropion daily for 3 weeks. The last 2 weeks my lips are burning, they look extremely chapped and I have small blisters that pop up. It's really hard to eat anything but I'm drinking a lot of water , smoothies etc. Is this an allergic reaction maybe ? Outside... read more

I just started taking Wellbutrin 150mg XL prescribed by my doctor 18 days ago for MDD . I was taking

... venlafaxine for a few years which worked great but caused sexual impotence so I’ve recently moved to Wellbutrin XL 150 mg in the morning. My question is how long does it take for the side effects ( Nausea headache , trouble concentrating , agitation , anxiety ) to subside ? Thanks

Does Auvelity increase sound sensitivity?

I am 50 years old, 115 pounds & female. I have a history of head injuries. I also take 150mg of trazodone & 2.5mg of valium once or twice daily. I have complex ptsd. I just re-started Auvelity at 1 tablet/day - rather than 2, which may have caused tremor, confusion, nausea & dizziness- but it's... read more

Safest SSRI or SNRI to use with Adderall??

I am currently seeking some advice concerning antidepressants. I am prescribed Pristiq but don't take it very often because I am also on Adderall. I'm afraid that they will interact and cause unwanted side effects. Is it OK to take the Pristiq with the Adderall in the morning? What is the safest... read more

Is there any interactions between Depakote, Lexapro, buspirone, and Klonopin?

My doctor has prescribed all these meds and I been trying to do some research but always come up with scary results and I already have anxiety. I was taking Lexapro and Klonopin at first and Depakote and buspirone was added on because the other two were helping some but not as effective. Does... read more

Combination of drugs or a drug to reduce weight gain?

I currently take 100 mg sertraline and 300 mg bupropion for major depression disorder and general anxiety disorder for years now. I have gained a lot of weight, is there another combination of drugs or drug that I can take to reduce the weight gain?

Wellbutrin and side effects?

I am on day 2 of starting Wellbutrin XL, I also take Lexapro, Depakote and Buspirone. The Wellbutrin was added for depression, energy and the weight gain that Depakote is causing. I feel really weird on it. I'm feeling fatigue and confusion and an overall sick and flu like feeling. Is this normal... read more

Is is best to take mirtazapine before or after sex?

Newly prescribed mirtazapine 15mg is it best to take mirtazapine before or after sex

Will sertraline eventually work?

I started on sertraline with 50mg the first week, then I was increased to 100mg for the past 3 weeks. I still have increased anxiety and increased depression as side effects. Sometimes I feel that we should have gone slower and stay on 50mg a bit longer before jumping on 100mg….. Now, what if I c... read more

Prozac 40 mg not working as well, should I go up on dose, or switch to new drug? I have already been

... on 14 different antidepressants.

Taking multiple antidepressants at once?

I am currently taking multiple antidepressants and have done for many many years. They include venlafaxine 225mg, Promazine 50mg, Amitriptyline 50mg and Mirtazapine 45mg. I still struggle daily with depression and anxiety and I feel hopeless as I would like to reduce my medication but the doctor... read more

Is it normal to feel like having the flu when starting zoloft ?

How many hours should I space out if I have to take medication and dietary supplementary? (4 times)?

My doctor precribed me these medication for my depression. *Bupropion HCL SR 100mg (1 tablet twice a day) *Trazadone 50mg (1 tablet every night before bedtime) I also plan on taking these dietary supplements called Bustmaxx for breast enlargement (take 2 capsules at once) I'm unsure of how many... read more

How do I switch from my Celexa to my Lexapro?

Hello everyone! I am taking Celexa now and have went from 20 mg to 10 mg the last few days. I am unsure how long to taper off of my Celexa. I have my Lexapro on hand and I'm not sure how/when to start taking it. Has anyone out there made this switch before? I really need advice please. I have been... read more