Posted by Racer on June 3, 2007, at 20:32:40
In reply to WELLBUTRIN SEZUIRES, posted by BRAD33 on June 3, 2007, at 17:20:55
Hi, Brad.
Here's the thing: there are several conditions that really contraindicate Wellbutrin -- and any sort of history of seizure would be one of them. Had you told the doctor who prescribed Wellbutrin that you'd had a seizure in the past? If he knew that, and still prescribed it, then I question his judgment.
Wellbutrin was actually withdrawn from the market when it first came out back in the 80s because of the seizure risk. I, for one, am very pleased it was reintroduced, because it's great for me. That just shows how differently we all react to these drugs.
Most of the newer antidepressants don't have an increased risk of seizure. If you're suffering from depression, and your doctor thinks that an antidepressant could be helpful for you, it's worth trying. Especially if you're already taking an anticonvulsant, which would lower your risk even further.
Wellbutrin is the only drug in its class. All of the other antidepressants available work very differently, so the side effect profiles will be very different. I hope that knowing this may help relieve your anxiety about other antidepressants.
I'm sorry that happened to you. It must have been very frightening. Welcome to Babble. I hope you can get some responses that help you.
And did you know that typing a message in all caps makes it very difficult to read? ;-)
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