Reviewer: gperez714, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 10 years or more (Patient)

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I have been taking Wellbutrin SR (300 mg/day) for around 15 years now. It is unlike any of the dozens of other antidepressants I've taken over the years--it gives me energy and makes it easier to get up in the morning! Please note that I only take the brand-name of this drug--I had severe reactions to the generic version (complete meltdown). I took the brand name for many years with no problem, b ... Show Full Comment

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I have been taking Wellbutrin SR (300 mg/day) for around 15 years now. It is unlike any of the dozens of other antidepressants I've taken over the years--it gives me energy and makes it easier to get up in the morning! Please note that I only take the brand-name of this drug--I had severe reactions to the generic version (complete meltdown). I took the brand name for many years with no problem, but the generic felt like a completely different drug. In reading these reviews, I wonder how many of the people with severe reactions were taking the generic version opposed to the brand name. According to my doctor, I have severe side effects to the buffering agents used in many medications. Just wanted to put that out there for consideration.
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Reviewer: 65-74 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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I have had severe depression since I was a child. I have tried many anti-depressents, some worked but lost their effectiveness after years of taking them. I have been on Wellbutrin SR for about a month. I also take another anti-depressent with the Welbutrin. Before taking Wellbutrin SR, I had no motivation and no interest in life. This has changed dramatically and includes a lot more energy. ... Show Full Comment

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I have had severe depression since I was a child. I have tried many anti-depressents, some worked but lost their effectiveness after years of taking them. I have been on Wellbutrin SR for about a month. I also take another anti-depressent with the Welbutrin. Before taking Wellbutrin SR, I had no motivation and no interest in life. This has changed dramatically and includes a lot more energy. This is incredible. The down side is I have been having increased insomnia and a funny feeling in my head when lying down and when looking up. It does go away during the day. This is unsettling and hope it subsides. I am not giving this up for the reasons I have stated. The Wellbutrin out ways the side effects. Hope this helps.
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Reviewer: marissa.m., 25-34 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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I need to point out that I was on Effexor XR for almost 10 years and was so eager to get off it. During inpatient at a psych ward, the psychiatrist put me on Wellbutrin SR. I've been on it less than a month and it's definitely working! I have so much more energy and motivation. It did increase my anxiety and I had quite a few of the side effects. I stuck through them and glad I did. I feel like su ... Show Full Comment

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I need to point out that I was on Effexor XR for almost 10 years and was so eager to get off it. During inpatient at a psych ward, the psychiatrist put me on Wellbutrin SR. I've been on it less than a month and it's definitely working! I have so much more energy and motivation. It did increase my anxiety and I had quite a few of the side effects. I stuck through them and glad I did. I feel like such a weight is off my shoulders! My whole family/friends noticed a major difference in me. To all those complaining about side effects: every medication will have them. If you are truly eager to let a medication do it's job, you need to be taking it for AT LEAST 2 weeks to see the full effect. Don't be quick to give up on this medication. Suck it up, stick through it, and it will definitely pay off in the end. I am extremely happy with this medication so far. Switching from Effexor XR to Wellbutrin SR was the best choice I've ever made in my life!
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Reviewer: firstimeuser, 35-44 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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Wondering if anyone has experienced back pain while taking this drug? I've been on it one month and now have developed severe back pain that I can't contribute to anything else. I see in the description that is one of side effects, but just wondering how common it is or if it will go away.

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Wondering if anyone has experienced back pain while taking this drug? I've been on it one month and now have developed severe back pain that I can't contribute to anything else. I see in the description that is one of side effects, but just wondering how common it is or if it will go away.
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Reviewer: raybob, 35-44 Male on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient)

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Been taking this for over a year, has helped me deal with my depression, and as a side effect, i have quit smoking!!! This is the only antidepressant i have ever taken that doesn't interfere with my sex drive.

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Been taking this for over a year, has helped me deal with my depression, and as a side effect, i have quit smoking!!! This is the only antidepressant i have ever taken that doesn't interfere with my sex drive.
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