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Is it safe to mix Wellbutrin and Ritalin Also can Ritalin help with depression?
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∙ 12y ago
Consult a doctor before you make any changes to your medication. Asking for medical advice from random unqualified people on the internet regarding possible life threatening drug combinations is much like playing Russian roulette. Seek a professional.
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As a person who is prescribed both Ritalin and Wellbutrin by a psychiatrist, I can say, in general (but not as a doctor, cause I'm not one), it is ok to mix them. Often people with ADD have co-morbidities, such as depression, and Wellbutrin has been shown to mix well with other drugs because of it's unique (and not very well understood) mechanism. Wellbutrin is also often prescribed alongside Prozac. Just be careful with this mix. Wellbutrin's major side effect is lowering of the seizure threshold. A LOT of other prescription drugs also lower seizure threshold (such as Ritalin). A doctor would be able to clear you and tell you if you have a low seizure threshold and if it's safe. If you aren't going to a doctor, all I can say is that people are routinely prescribed this combo.
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Wellbutrin has shown to be effective with managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and also with managing addictions. If depression is a result of meth use, other anti-depressants can be used to help manage the symptoms.
How long will Wellbutrin SR take to treat ADHD?
Wellbutrin is also used for depression and it takes 6 weeks to really start to work. The good effects you will notice more by surprise. It's so quick, yet one could miss the small effects first. Usually calmness, better mood. Wellbutrin is also used to help smokers stop smoking.
Is it safe to take Ritalin and Prozac together?
Yes Ritalin and Prozac (fluoxetine) work in very different ways and are able to be taken together, I take both of them to help with both ADHD and depression and there are no side effects from taking them both simultaniously.
Does wellbutrin help you stop smoking?
It is an anti-depressant that limits the desire to smoke. ?It's not a cure-all pop a pill and you never want to smoke again kind of thing. ?You also have to actively wish to quit. ?Wellbutrin will help you cut down naturally and can limit withdrawal symptoms (like increased appetite), but you have to do the rest.I am taking Wellbutrin for depression, with no desire to quite smoking. ?I have had to cut back to a few a day usually not finishing an entire one most the time. ?Wellbutrin can cause taste changes which are a large part of smoking not being as desirable.
How does Wellbutrin help you stop smoking?
It is an anti-depressant that limits the desire to smoke. ?It's not a cure-all pop a pill and you never want to smoke again kind of thing. ?You also have to actively wish to quit. ?Wellbutrin will help you cut down naturally and can limit withdrawal symptoms (like increased appetite), but you have to do the rest.I am taking Wellbutrin for depression, with no desire to quite smoking. ?I have had to cut back to a few a day usually not finishing an entire one most the time. ?Wellbutrin can cause taste changes which are a large part of smoking not being as desirable.
What pills that don't make you gain weight or less attractive can you take for depression?
Wellbutrin causes an increase in your sex drive and a decrease in hunger. The only thing about it is that it really doesn't help much with depression. Although sexual side effects and weight issues add to my depression, so it evens out.
Is it safe to take Wellbutrin in the morning and deseryl at night?
Yes. I have worked with many individuals that take Wellbutrin in the morning for depression then trazodone at night to help with sleep and as an antidepressant. It is rare (I haven't read any documented cases) to have any adverse side effects with this combination,
Is there an antidepressant that help stop smoking and not gain weight?
Chantix. While not an antidepressant, it is similar to Wellbutrin which is an antidepressant, and is also used to help smoking cessation.
Can Ritalin help you pass a marijuana drug test?
First of all, you shouldn't smoke weed while you are taking Ritalin. And second, no it won't help you pass. Sorry.
What supplements help manage ADHD symptoms?
Ritalin is a good supplement for ADHD. It is actually effective. Also, recent studies are showing that a healthy diet can also help control ADHD symptoms.
Where do I direct someone to get help with depression?
Talk to your local doctor about depression, it may be hard but in the end it will pay off. There are many help lines you can have her call. Also there are depression centers across the US.
If you have suffered anxiety and depression and taken lexapro with Wellbutrin later to help with the depression what were your results?
I had side effects , i started putting on weight, and did not get a permenant cure but i got this blog which really helped me to cure the panic attack http://trainyourmind.blogspot.com -------------------- I have been on lexapro 20mg and wellbutrin 150mg for about 6 months for depression and anxiety. Mixing these two has helped me with both mood and lack of attention/energy in my case. My impression is that Lexapro works pretty well with mood and anxiety, and wellbutrin helps attention, energy, sex drive, and concentration. So there are other symptoms like fatigue and lack of motivation left, but we know that anti-depressants don't attack all depressive symptoms.
