Posted by Cam W. on February 26, 2000, at 8:39:44
In reply to Re: Wellbutrin +mania, posted by medlib on February 26, 2000, at 3:39:52
Renee - I have only seen Wellbutrin used as an add-on antidepressant in bipolar disorder (eg to combat sexual dysfunction of SSRIs). The books do say there is a low propensity for manic switch with Wellbutrin, but since it can be activating and is relatively new, many doctors do not seem to use Wellbutrin as a first-line antidepressant in bipolar disorder. I haven't heard of Wellbutrin causing manic switch, but since it can happen with any antidepressant, it probably has happened with Wellbutrin. Hope this helps - Cam W.
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