Posted by stargazer on July 28, 2006, at 6:41:55
In reply to YAWNING, posted by kylenn on July 27, 2006, at 23:38:08
Wellbutrin does not list yawning as a known side effect but many SE's are not included in the SE profile for drugs. It could be and if you want to know for sure you can consult the PDR or package insert. Usually Wellbutrin is an activating AD so you shouldn't be feeling like tired but it's possible.
SSRI's are better known for this SE and in my reference book almost all the SSRI's list this as a SE under the 'Other' classification.
Perhaps the Wellbutrin is potentiating the effects of the Lexapro (i think you said this is what you also take)and causing yawning.
Hard to tell which one is the culprit. You could decrease either med and see what happens over a few days.
Did you know doses of Wellbutrin above 450mg can lower the seizure threshold? Also you should take in 2 or 3 divided doses within the day.
You need to reference your pharmacology books and/or package inserts because the doctors don't always tell you. The seizure SE is the one I would worry about, not the yawning.
Good luck...............SG
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