About to go on Wellbutrin XL...?

Question

hey everyone well im about to go on wellbutrin XL on 150mg. im getting nervous because im afraid of weird side effects, what should i expect?. also i have another question i dont drink. but if i were to go out and have one social drink would it really be that bad? i hear it can cause seizures buit with one drink once every 2 weeks? Thanx in advance!

Answer 1

I have been on wellbutrin for years and of all the meds I've been on it has the greatest side effects. Weight loss, increased s*x drive! Awesome! It can cause a little insomnia in the beginning and it can cause you to have weird, vivid dreams but that passes. A single drink now and then won't hurt but plan to not drive!!

I almost forgot..... it can cause you to become manic if you are bipolar so let your doctor know if you show any signs of mania or hypomania.

Answer 2

all medicines have side effets. The best side effects I ever received from Wellbutrin XL was weight loss!  

Most medicines also advise not drinking while taking these meds, however I don't think a drink or 2 on a rare social occassion is going to hurt.

As always best to check with your MD.