Posted by Simcha on July 27, 2001, at 13:02:08
In reply to Re: Effexor XR vs. Wellbutrin » Simcha, posted by paxvox on July 27, 2001, at 11:45:00
Thanks for the input. I'm on a similar dosing schedule as you. I get tired at night...Thank God.
This is week 3 on Wellbutrin. I'm not as speedy.
On Tuesday The pdoc had me start Celexa 20mg as my morning 6am dose with breakfast. I take the Wellbutrin SR 150mg at noon after lunch. I'll see him in a week and a half. I don't know if he'll have me jump up to 300mg/day of Wellbutrin if I'm on 20mg/day of Celexa. He says I need the Celexa to combat my compulsion.
I think that Celexa is fast acting because I already feel less anxious and less compulsive. Perhaps the Wellbutrin is kicking in more...? I don't know. However, this "cocktail" seems to be working for me.
I will certainly let you know how it goes. I'm not panicking. I'm staying the course. All of the suggestions on this board seem to stress patience with the meds. It seems you need to give them 4-8 weeks to see the full effects.
Thanks.
> Been on Wellbutrin for several years, first at 150 SR x 2, recently (this week) had it increased to 200 SR x 2. It will clearly get you "speedy" for a bit, and may cause chest pain and tachycardia. These subside in a week or so, so don't give up too quickly if these arise. It's not a panacea for depression, but does lift your mood and increase your energy level. Another unfortunate side effect is that it can bother your sleep. You will eventually go to twice daily dosing. Try to take second dose at least 8 hours before you want to go to sleep. I take mine at 5:45 and noon. With food is better. Let us know how you are doing with it! :)
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