has anyone gained weight from zoloft or wellbutrin??
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yep it sucks but i need my happy pills
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Hello,\n\n  I have taken many anti-dep and have taken along time to find one that fits all my needs. I had a really hard time sexually when on prozac and zoloft, etc. I let my new doc know the problem was affecting my life and he suggested Wellbutrin. So I take a smaller dose of lexapro for the depression because you can only take so much wellbutrin. Then I take a dosage of Wellbutrin to help take the sexual side affects away, which also helps with depression. That changed my life taking both drugs together!!! Been taken them for over 4 yrs. now and I thank my doc all the time! My sex drive is actually usually in over drive now :)
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I started Wellbutrin XL a week ago and have been having side effects on and off. One day I feel great, the next day I feel lousy (both physically and emotionally). However, overall the side effects have been diminishing and my mood has improved slightly (though this could still be the placebo effect). As many others have commented, every medication affects people differently. \n\nOne important thing to remember is that Wellbutrin is an atypical anti-depressant, as it works on ONLY norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake. Many people in Yahoo answers have given differing responses as to the mechanisms for Wellbutrin. \nLexapro is an SSRI and works primarily on seratonin. \n\nThis is an educated guess, but most likely your symptoms are a result of your withdrawal from the Lexapro rather than your new Wellbutrin regimen. SSRI's (Lexapro, Celexa, etc) tend to have relatively severe withdrawal symptoms in a great number of individuals. Nonetheless, Wellbutrin has also been known to cause many of the symptoms you've described, so that's probably an added factor.\n\nMy advice is to stick out the Wellbutrin. It is NOT advisable to skip doses of anti-depressants. If after another two weeks you continue to have unbearable side-effects, you should then consult your doctor about trying a new medication. \n\nAs always, the advice of your doctor should be followed first and foremost. However, I will say that many general practitioners are NOT aware of much of the literature published on these drugs. Doing your own research on these medications is highly advisable.
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I've been taking Zoloft for about five years. I have had great results with it. It has caused me a little bit of weight gain but the benefits for me are much higher than the weight. I did have a drop in libido but after taking it for a few months, it came back. Also, my dosage had to be adjusted times. Sometimes it was too much and others it wasn't enough but I can tell when I need to take more or less by how I'm doing with my anxiety and depression. Do not try to change your dosage without talking with your doctor first. I talked with my doctor and my therapist frequently about how I was feeling and am happy to say that I am so close to chucking all the bad stuff behind me. I wish you all the best dear.
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Hi, I can totally sympathize with your dilemma.  Prozac, the medication, causes a depressed person, who may not have been taking great care of themselves to have an appetite again.  In other words, it increases your appetite.  I take a med that does the same thing.  I know that when my brain says I am hungry, it is lying to me, so I portion my food, and eat sensibly.  If I go out to eat, I eat only half of what is on my plate, asking for a "doggie bag" up front and removing the other half before I eat.  Then I don't gain weight.  I have been on Prozac.  It was a good medication for the time I was on it.  Other things came along and it lost its effectiveness.  Just a suggestion to be ever mindful that the side-effects may be less horrible than the alternative, but if they are too hard to live with, tell your doctor right away, don't stop taking them, and have your doctor switch you to something else.
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It can, however cymbalta is one of the few depression medications which has a low occurance of weight gain. It does not cause diabetes either. \n\nIf you were put on cymbalta to treat depression or bipolar disorder, you might be gaining weight because of changes in eating and exercise habits due to feeling better and less depressed. A small number of people are caused to gain weight because of the meds alone (unlike other drugs). Check out all the information on your perscription pamphlet, or on the website.
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One of the side effects of several of the antidepressant drugs is weight gain.  Have your doctor prescribe another one.  I have been on Paxil for several years and have not had a problem with increased weight.
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I was on Paxil too and had the same problem. Unfortunately the weight didn't come off as fast as it went on. I'm not sure if weight gain was your reason for stopping the meds but if it was then there are other alternatives. If you talk to your doctor about your concern with the weight gain I'm sure he/she will come up with something for you. Paroxetine is notorious for weight gain.
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What ever you do, don't take seroquel.  I gained over 70lbs and the doctor just kept increasing the dose.  The best I've heard of is lithium.  But I don't have any experience with lithium.  I recommend to you a website (chat is experiencing difficulty at the time though) it's http://www.bipolarworld.net/Community/webchat.html\n\nIf you go to the link I provided then click on medications then select the link to MOOD STABILIZERS FOR BIBOLAR.  You will then see a chart that compares pros and cons to various popular meds used to stabilize bipolar.... to include: \nLi+, lithium.  \nVPA, valproate (Depakote) \nCBZ, carbamazepine (Tegretol) \nLTG, lamotrigine (Lamictal) \nOLZ, olanzapine (Zyprexa) \nOXC, oxcarbazepine (Trileptal) \nO-3, omega-3 fatty acids (fish oil) \nVER, verapamil \nCLZ, clozapine \n\nI have also taken Lamictal which in my experience is very helpful if you experience racing thoughts.  I experienced no side effects and helped control my thought process.\n\nimredy2talk@yahoo.com if you have any questions.  BeWell.
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You need to definitely tell your psychiatrist. Significant weight gain over a short period of time isn't healthy at all... There are plenty of alternatives for anti-anxiety medication out there. Good Luck ^_^
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Yes! I am on 100mg. of zoloft and i feel as if i can't fulfill my cravings at all. Especially in the middle of the night! All i can tell you is eat low calorie foods. I think of it this way... i'd rather be hungry and eat than to be depressed. Hope this helps. Take care!
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I was on the 150mg dose for 7 days before my Doctor increased my dose to 300. The anxiety could be a side effect of the wellbutrin. If the anxiety is being caused by the wellbutrin uping your dose won't help. Check with your Doctor or a pharmacist(if your self medicating).
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Speak to your doctor and explain your concerns. She/he can try changing you to a different SSRI. There are some out that impact your dopamine levels in addition to serotonin. These types are reportedly more effective at keeping your metabolism normal.
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Aloha Candy1974,\nThe side effects of increased appetite and weight gain are the less severe than the other side effects. If the doctor prescribed Remeron he must feel that the effects outweigh the side effects. That may seem moot to you as part of your anxieties include the rapid increase/decrease in weight gain. It does work for anxiety, but you may want to be on top of the fact that you may gain weight. In this case you may want to adjust your diet and and add some exercise routine into your daily activities.  A diet low in carbs and fats with moderate proteins and no sugary drinks or alcohol.  Even though the side effects are less severe you may still report them to your doctor to have him adjust the dose or change the meds altogether. He is most likely aware of your concerns about weight, but just had to try this med as part of a process of elimination. Part of that process comes from your immediate feedback of any illicit side effects you may be experiencing. \nSince our last talk/e-mail I have come across a few bipolar patients who have had radical wieight gains and losses on past meds. One remedy was kinda funny but it seems to work for him. The patient would sit or stand naked in front of a mirror while eating to be aware of his weight and food portions. Another patient left post it notes all over her house, in common areas, to remind her of what she was going through and to help her remain discplined enough to watch her food intake and actions/exercises.  They both say that it is easier when manic but harder when depressed. That is understandable. The reason behind this is to get into good habits with the hope that they remain good habits throughout your lifetime. They've had their ups and downs but have been mostly successful at curbing their weight gain and thus their anxietiies due to it.  Take things one day at a time and address each problem one at a time as it is too easy to overwhelm yourself with the many anxieties that bipolar can bring on. Good luck to you in your endeavor to get well.\n\nps:  Try WebMD.com for your medical and pharmaceutical answers and needs.
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I took Zyprexa for a few months and gained about 12-15 pounds right away (like the first two weeks).  As the weight gain stopped and I controlled my appetite more consciously, I was able to lose a few pounds.  Even with exercise daily, I couldn't seem to lose it all.\n\nOnce I stopped Zyprexa, it was easier to lose the weight.  I'd recommend diet and exercise as the easiest way to lose the weight.  Contact your doctor for help making a plan or see a dietician.  A dietician can help you plan meals and manage safe weight loss.
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I'm on  prescribed Wellbutrin , Depakote ,Clonazepam.and Fluoxetine.   Paxil was ineffective.  Prosac (fluoxetine)  tend to make me gain weight. like most antidepressants do..  One of the side effects of Prosac is suicidal tendencies.  Lithium and Wellbutrin so far are  the drugs of choice.  .  There 's a new drug in the market.  Abilify.
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Wellbutrin or Wellbutrin XL works fine for many, and not for others.  I do believe perhaps being on Zoloft  or another for years first may have something to do with it.  Some people report bad experiences however; it could be that they hadn't been on another med prior to its use.  Doctors can also prescribe Wellbutrin in addition to another medicine such as Zoloft.  Zoloft could be more used to calm down the emotions more such as crying a lot etc., and the Wellbutrin to give you the motivation to do something while not so down.  Everybody really has to do a trial and error to figure out what works best for them.  For others Paxil or others might have worse side effects for them.  I believe there are about 3 different types of these antidepressants with differing main ingredients, so some people do better with a drug from one of the families of drugs, while others do better with another.  I don't think you can really go on somebody else's experiences, as you'll find extremes either way probably for every medicine.  If it was a new drug not used much lately, then I'd think extreme responses to your question would be more worrisome.   Trying anything is better than nothing, and you can always switch after the appropriate amount of time.  I agree with the other response about your age, if you are younger perhaps trying another would be better given the potential for higher suicide risks.  Your doctor will probably ask to see you in two weeks to check on your progress; call their office if your worried about effects before then.  Good look and remember you're not alone!