Posted by KMM on August 11, 2005, at 8:51:05
In reply to Re: Effexor and wellbutrin, posted by julish on August 3, 2005, at 11:04:31
I was on Wellbutrin XL (300 mg) for about 3 months and felt very good, after adjusting to the two levels. I got some tremors that bothered me (not my Dr.) so she switched me to Effexor XR. The Effexor is more calming and I have almost no anxiety on it. However, I have gained about 5 pds (I crave carbs), have trouble sleeping, have decreased libido and difficulty achieving orgasm and everytime I increase the medication my face breaks out horribly - I haven't had a problem with this in 10 years! I am currently on 225 mgs/1x day, which I take in the morning. I have been on 225 for about 1 month and Effexor for 3 months. I will say that it takes a long time for your body to adjust. I wasn't feeling well on 150 mgs and then increased to 225 and actualy felt worse! For the past couple of days, I think I am beginning to feel better. If it doesn't last, my Dr. will lower my Effexor to 75 or 150 mg and add back the Wellbutrin. I hope that this gives me more energy and improves the sexual side effects. For me, I think that Wellbutrin, although not particularly calming, is most like my natural state. I am kind of high key normally. However, I have two little children, and I love the extra patience that being on Effexor seems to give me. Hopefully a combination of both will be the best of both worlds. Good Luck!
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