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Posted by aquestioner on June 27, 2003, at 20:27:42
Okay, so, I've posted a few things here and got some helpful responses. I gave my doc one last try today. I made an appointments after one week of Taking Wellbutrin SR 150mg in am. I was angrivated, having rage and crying spells before the Wellbutrin and still since I've been taking it. I know I need to wait a few more weeks to see if it works, but I'm concerned about mymelf/others in the meantime. I've come very close to hitting other drivers in my car b/c they piss me off. I almost broke my knee at work b/c I was so angry that I wasn't using caution. I opened the door on the highway and wanted to jump out b/c my boyfriend was yelling at me. (We NEVER fight.) There have been other things. So I went to my doc hoping he could give me a suggestion, help, anything until the Wellbutrin starts to work. He asked,"What do you expect me to DO?" I was so pissed, I said, "If I knew what I expected, I would have already done it, or asked you about it." He said that I just had to wait until the Wellbutrin starts to work. He said that since I haven't hurt anyone yet, that I must not really be thinking about it, or that it will go away. I asked if I have to hurt myself or some one else before he would help me and he changed the subject. He said to just keep the 150 Wb in the am. This is my sixth time seeing him and every time it gets worse. I sat there thinking about smashing his f=---'n face in with his glass skull/brain sitting on his desk. Does any of this sound okay? Is there any reason I SHOULD continue seeing this doctor? Why is he such a tool?
Posted by whiterabbit on June 27, 2003, at 23:02:26
In reply to Doc says I'm Okay unless I've hurt someone, posted by aquestioner on June 27, 2003, at 20:27:42
Ummmm, I'd get a second opinion. Wellbutrin CAUSED this type of anger for me and I've heard of a few other people who had this type of reaction. My guess is because I have a paradoxical (reverse) reaction to many medications, a classic sign of bipolar disorder.
-Gracie
Posted by Caleb462 on June 27, 2003, at 23:47:48
In reply to Re: Doc says I'm Okay unless I've hurt someone, posted by whiterabbit on June 27, 2003, at 23:02:26
Get a new doc, pronto.
Posted by janejj on June 28, 2003, at 0:05:24
In reply to Re: Doc says I'm Okay unless I've hurt someone, posted by Caleb462 on June 27, 2003, at 23:47:48
This drug made me depressed, angry and ave me crying spells.
Posted by Viridis on June 28, 2003, at 2:55:01
In reply to Doc says I'm Okay unless I've hurt someone, posted by aquestioner on June 27, 2003, at 20:27:42
I'm not an angry or overly aggressive person, but WB (prescribed by my GP) sparked unpredictable episodes of extreme irritability in which I snapped at other people (including my wife) in ways I never would normally. Nothing serious happened, but it was totally uncharacteristic for me. It also made me extremely anxious and caused a bunch of weird side effects that didn't go away even after two months of use at a pretty low dose.
My current pdoc says that some people respond to WB that way and should avoid it. He considers it a fairly unpredictable med, good for some but risky for others, and wasn't the least bit surprised at my reaction -- he's seen similar reactions before.
You say "doctor" -- I assume you mean GP? If you possibly can, I'd recommend seeing a psychiatrist (several if necessary -- and believe me, often several tries are necessary to find a good one!). In my experience, GPs know almost nothing about mental issues. It's worth the cost and effort to get expert treatment.
Posted by aquestioner on June 28, 2003, at 3:05:58
In reply to Re: Doc says I'm Okay unless I've hurt someone, posted by Viridis on June 28, 2003, at 2:55:01
Actually, I am seeing a psychiatrist. I didn't know where to start. Actually, I thought he was a therapist also. But his appointments are all business...twenty minutes, and a "here, take this" and I'm out the door. He said to keep on the WB and it should go away. I wonder if I should/ shouldn't.
Posted by Viridis on June 28, 2003, at 3:25:41
In reply to Re: Doc says I'm Okay unless I've hurt someone, posted by aquestioner on June 28, 2003, at 3:05:58
Although I don't know your situation in detail, I'd go for "shouldn't". My reaction to WB was quite severe and didn't get better with time. My GP thought it was "imaginary", but my pdoc (whom I saw after this episode) knew better.
My "shouldn't" also applies to your pdoc -- if he's that callous/careless then I'd move on if you possibly can -- unless you're in a remote area or severely limited by insurance, there must be better ones available. Many pdocs are incompetent (in my opinion), some are OK, and a few are excellent, just as in other professions. Although it's tedious and painful, it's worth seeking out the best, even if it takes a while.
Best of luck!
Posted by yesac on June 28, 2003, at 15:58:16
In reply to Re: Doc says I'm Okay unless I've hurt someone, posted by janejj on June 28, 2003, at 0:05:24
I definitely agree with what other people have said. You deserve much better treatment from your psychiatrist! Even if another doctor said the same thing - to stay on the drug - at least he/she could show more compassion, that they care, not just blow you off like this guy did!
Posted by McPac on June 29, 2003, at 1:21:57
In reply to I agree.... get a new doctor, posted by yesac on June 28, 2003, at 15:58:16
9/10 pdocs blo.
Posted by Dinah on June 29, 2003, at 9:22:12
In reply to Doc says I'm Okay unless I've hurt someone, posted by aquestioner on June 27, 2003, at 20:27:42
Be careful with Wellbutrin if you're having a negative reaction. I stayed on it longer than I should have because it was helping my SSRI induced apathy, and ended up seriously considering suicide. All from Wellbutrin induced agitation and hypomania that went away as soon as I stopped the drug.
I think in a lot of cases the side effects go away in a couple of weeks, so doctors get a bit too laid back about the possible consequences.
Posted by jay beck on June 29, 2003, at 10:12:22
In reply to Re: Doc says I'm Okay unless I've hurt someone, posted by Dinah on June 29, 2003, at 9:22:12
get off wellbutrin dude, i was on lexapro and wellbutrin and was not really happy, agitated and it didnt even help me quit smoking. and my social anxiety was HORRIBLE. i droped the wellbutrin and now im calm, not near as anxious and even kinda happy.
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