I have been taking Wellbutrin SR 150mgs daily in AM for 5 days. How long does it take before side effects, especially insomnia, take to subside?
Wellbutrin SR - How long do side effects, especially insomnia, take to diminish?
Question posted by jsuleta on 19 Nov 2013
Last updated on 28 May 2017
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3 Answers
Official Answer by Drugs.com
19 Nov 2013
It's difficult to predict what will happen to you.
Some patients find that side effects go away during treatment as their body adjusts to the medicine while others find that side effects remain.
Talk with your doctor if the insomnia is intolerable.
jsuleta
26 Nov 2013
Thank you!!
Letsar
24 Aug 2016
MY daughter has been taking this medication for the past three weeks.
Does any body has expirience a lot nausea?
Chelly1971
7 May 2017
I've been wellburtin 100 mg for 5 days only I've been getting nausea and tired will these side effects go away.thank you
4N Substances
20 Nov 2013
Hello J and welcome to the forum. Wellbutrin is widely prescribed as it has relatively few lasting side effects and is effective for many people. With that said, insomnia can be a deal breaker for me. This should resolve for you very soon. My Dr prescribed a very small dose of Clonazepam for my sleeplessness and this helped tremendously, and gave me support so that the Wellbutrin could do its work. I hope it likewise helps you.
Regards,
Frenchie
jsuleta
26 Nov 2013
Very helpful and encouraging Frenchie! Just one question... how long did you have to take the clonazepam before able to sleep without it?
Thank you... J
fx351108
28 May 2017
I have been taking a low dose of Nortiptylene (in the early evenings) for about 10 years to raise my threshold for headaches and to help with sleep. 5 Days ago I asked my doctor about adding Wellbutrin in the mornings since I can't seem to shake this overall feeling of depression (although, functioning fairly well). Since taking the Wellbutrin, I just noticed symptoms of a bladder irritation and pain. I already drink a fair amount of water but have increased liquids. Does anyone know if the bladder symptoms will subside? If not, I'll be getting off Wellbutrin. Thank you!
JoAnn
chuck1957
20 Nov 2013
Hi Jsuleta on the wellbutrin Sr most times side effects go away within a few weeks if it continues after that is time to check with the doctor,This drug is known to cause insomnia taken in the morning like you are it should get better soon.Don't give up this is a pretty good med.and less side effects than alot hope this well hope Chuck Wise Sr..retired pharmacy technician have a good evening.
jsuleta
26 Nov 2013
LOL! I was really surprised and pleased to see my name. I didn't realize that I was a member! Thank you so much Chuck Wise Sr. Your response was definitely helpful! Good evening to you as well!
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