Wellbutrin Update 3 | What bupropion can do for you 

I've been taking Wellbutrin a month to the day. The contrast for me is really night and day. There were numerous instances where I could have spiralled and caved but instead was able to approach calmly and logically. Yes at times my thoughts did spiral, and I did at times feel like caving in but never to the extent of before. One thing I will say: prior to taking Wellbutrin, I had tried almost every trick in the book from deep breathing, to CBT, to removing myself from stressful situations, to taking a helicopter view. They all worked to some degree but taking Wellbutrin became like a cheat code where suddenly all the above techniques became so much easier to implement.

Wellbutrin in my experience is so subtle, it’s hard to really notice anything until at least a month

Been on bupropion 100mg SR for two weeks and I’m already feeling significant changes. I could relate to the “intense lethargy”, just DREADING having to do anything, whether it’s going to work or just simply taking care of myself. But like you said Wellbutrin isn’t the magic pill that makes everything better and the reason why I think it’s working so well for me even if it’s only been a couple weeks is because I’ve set myself up for success i.e. getting therapy months beforehand, started college which gave me a sense of purpose, started eating healthier and exercising, etc. All of these life changes together have helped me deal with depression a lot better, Wellbutrin is just the boost I needed to kick things off and help me be consistent.

I'm starting 150 XL tomorrow for adult ADHD -inattentive type. My Dr said it should help me focus and help with activation motivation and energy. I'm praying it helps I've struggled for 20+ years without medication. Some positive side effects like increased happiness and some appetite suppression would be great . Here's hoping 🤞

These types of medicine should be looked at as a tool. Something in your arsenal to get better, not a cure-all. If you want to hang a picture, you get a hammer and do the work. The hammer doesn't hang the picture for you; it's a tool. Couple that with practicing more awareness and what's going on inside; it's a great start to a healing journey.

Wow! Don't even know you and I just watched your video from 2 months prior, then came here. You look and sound like a completely different person! Whatever you are doing, keep it up! It's working!

so happy to see your great progress. You're eyes changed greatly, more fire and light. I'm at home have similar progress and you are absolutely right, medication helps to ease the process, but the process it self is purely our work with issues by ourselfs or with the help of a specialist. Never give up on yourself

Your videos are so helpful for me. I started Wellbutrin 7 days ago. Everything you say about yourself is happening to me!!! I've been in so much body pain, soooo tired, exhausted really. It's been a horrible existence for some time now. Now that I'm taking meds I have a "hammer" headache, dizzy, feeling so warm, tremors constantly. You have helped me understand the process and I appreciate that very much. Thank you. 💓

This is such a great explanation on what to expect from antidepressants. Very accurate so that people can pursue wellness in a realistic manner.

I’m glad you mentioned how we have to work. I just need my energy and damn stability to actually execute my healing process. I’m so tired all the time & can’t see anything thru. I’m hoping this Medication can be the tool I need… praying once I’m medicated that I can turn my life around within the year so I can wean off the meds

Hey Keita, just an FYI - I suffered from depression for 30 years. I noticed a significant improvement after I started taking 3 to 4 Fish Oil supplements a day. It helped me get off almost all of my antidepressants. Took about a month to notice a difference. It helped me!

This is wonderful and encouraging - congratulations! What a great journey, and thank you for sharing. I just started Wellbutrin just before Christmas, hoping to also nip anxiety and ADHD. So far so good. Doctor says it takes at least 8 months to gain the full benefit.

I'm happy for you dear. This was a great descriptive video, very well done. I wish you the best xo.

Yoooo great second video. Youre a natural youtuber. I dont have severe depression like you descibe, but you explained it really well. Keep at it. Keep cranking out content.

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I have watched all of your videos from the start and had tears in my eyes not only for your experience with depression, but for mine as well. I got a prescription for Wellbutrin about 3 months ago but I was terrified to take it due to reading people's experiences with negative side effects. My depression and ADHD got worse over those 3 months as I wasn't even taking my Adderall. I spiraled into a depression that I am now struggling to get out of. I usually go for a bike ride or run, but I couldn't even bring myself to do that. I FINALLY started on the Wellbutrin yesterday and almost immediately I felt a sense of calm and order in my brain while I was working and I got all my work completed. I hope that you continue to find that the medicine and therapy are working for you and I want to encourage you to continue making videos, your voice is beautiful and calming to listen to and I think you'd have great success here in RU-vid no matter what you are talking about! I also love your cat! I have 3! Sending much love from Texas! ❤️

Eyyyy : really thanks for sharing/ I hope you keep okay. Im trying my best for a drug addiction & I know this will help me.

Some seriously good advice. You’re a good human. Best of luck to you.

That final "see the cat?" killed me 😂

Excellent information and very well explained, thank you so much!

Thank you for sharing your story well said all around.

You sound so much like me. I was prescribed 2 antidepressants. Wellbutrin was one. After awhile I got depressed knowing I was on 2 antidepressants! So i stopped the one and am on just the Wellbutrin. Thinking about going to see a psychiatrist and let them recommend a plan. I just hate taking pills. When I watch your videos it’s like im watching myself. Hope all is well with you. Hate seeing anyone having to go through this

... Good video with lots of information - I am glad for you that things are working out. I agree with you that you have to put some effort into it in order to succeed. I think I have been depressed for over 40 year and never even realized it - you mentioned 20 years - been through alot recently and doc says he thinks I may be suffering from depression - first I said no and later reconsiderd. The fatigue was the problem and the bed calling me all the time. First I tried lexapro and that didn't work - in fact made things worse - now trying - day #2 on bupropion 150 XL. Too early to tell but no crazy side effects - I have my fingers crossed. Again thanks for the video and wishing you all the best 😊😇🤪😎

you explained it well it gives you energy and space to deal

Omg same, always waiting to get back home from work, like a torture.

Very good videos ! I take 150mg per day and it's been positive so far!

Your videos were super helpful. Thank you!

Thank you for the info, it's quite helpful.

I can relate to the whole lethargy thingy & using sleep as an escape mechanism & how it really destroys everything else. I used to sleep around 14 hours a day constantly & the problem is yes it's the best escape ever but I end up accumulating ton of work that I have to cram which makes more depressed & even sometimes breakdown. Tried different medications to keep me awake, they would work initially & then I develop tolerance or whatever. It was a really bad phase of my life (I'm still in it but not as intense I guess ?). Anyway started Wellbutrin 3 months ago, Idk if this is a side effect but It was giving me some emotionally traumatizing dreams intially, I kept having like the worst dreams ever (I'd wake up feeling like I wanna cry) for around 3 weeks & then they stopped (thankfully). Basically because Wellbutrin causes insomnia Im able to wake up from sleep & not feel as lethargic. Or maybe sleep like 4 hours per night & 4 hours in the middle of the day as it would interrupt my sleep if that makes sense. Actually I would wake up after 4 hours thinking like I have slept 8 hours & feel so energetic. As for the depression part I also feel so much better, I'm kind of emotionally blunted but I really dc as long as I don't feel as bad. ofc Im gonna work on that later. Also Wellbutrin helped me cut off a significant amount of the cigs that I smoke which is a great bonus! I wish u the best & hopefully to only get better & better by time. Stay safe! Summary for anyone who's looking into Wellbutrin, Yes it is good but not as good as you think. I've been on multiple antidepressant SSRIs & Atypical ones & I'll speak from my own experience but antidepressants didn't cure my depression, they just helped decreased the symptoms / stress around me/ removed all the blur around my eyes so I could work on the stressors / fix / cope / avoid them & It definitely helped in that way. Im not in anyway saying that meds are not important, they are very & if u get prescribed u definitely need them. I wouldn't have coped without my meds. Im just saying (from my own experience which could be 100% diff than anybody else) they are not magic pills. Stay safe y'all & get well soon!

Been on bupropion 300mg for 6 weeks now and apart from some headache and heartpounding i have not felt a thing.

I have the bottle filled and was supposed to start this morning. I'm scared it will worsen my anxiety. I also have long COVID, which means medications don't work the same way they used to. I've struggled with depression since childhood, and I really need this medication. They started me on 150XL because my doctor was worried that SR might increase my anxiety. I just wish I knew how it would affect me.

... that's a BIG kitty 😊😜😇

Hey I’ve been on it for about two weeks now. I’m getting pretty bad migraines and sinus pressure in my head. I’m hoping these side effects go away. Other than that, I don’t feel any different but I guess I have to wait atleast 4 weeks. I experienced a lot of childhood trauma and racism. It still gives me nightmares to this day. I’m hoping something works because some days I don’t even get out of bed.

thanks for sharing your experinece

I subscribed!

Which antidepressant will make me happy without having to expend energy? Right now I’m just super exhausted and I wish there was a magic pill to help me snap out of this lull.

Thank you!

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Thank you 💜

You have great skin tone

I like Wellbutrin but it makes me weigh gain. 😢

make sure you get your Vit D and B12 levels checked

Welbutrin works it made you very pretty

You are so beautiful ❤️

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Did you take time off work

I can’t take this stuff at this point.. makes me too G@* D@&$ angry

That cat is making you depressed. You need a dog🤙🏽

Took 150MG XL for 4 days and got a rash !!!! I was so disappointed I had high hopes for this medication.

Omg that feeling of not wanting to get up and sleep all day 🫣. I have to say that this may be unreal and maybe what I want so bad to happen but I started with one pill a day for three days as directed and I felt the change on the third day already. I felt more calm around things that would normally irritate me, and although nothings changed in my life, I just feel different and I can’t explain it. I have not gotten any side effects so 🤷‍♀️