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Old Feb 01, 2014, 03:44 PM
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Hello everyone, I'm having a bit of a dilemma here. I wasn't sure whether to post this in ocd, depression, or anxiety sub forum because this problem I have is tied with all of those.
I have been on wellbutrin for maybe 8-10 months and I must say it is one of my favorites with regards to anti-depressants. I don't feel like a zombie, and it actually works with my depressed moods, especially with how long they last.
The problem, however, is that I feel extreme anxiety almost daily. Whether I am out in public, or at home, my mind is always running at 100 mph going in every direction. Recently I feel like it has stopped from going out as much as I want to. I also have very obsessive thoughts, such as worrying about closing things, turning off lights or appliances, locking the door, etc. I can't just do these things one time, in my mind I know that I've done the task correctly, but I always go back and check at least 5 times. I worry about the strangest stuff and think of worst case scenario even if it is illogical as can be.
I know you guys aren't doctors, but I was curious, do you think this could be from the wellbutrin?
Thanks for the support!
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Old Feb 02, 2014, 12:24 AM
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I am not sure about the meds, but could you try and see if doing anti-anxiety things will help reduce the anxiety? I like meditation, and drawing.
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Old Feb 02, 2014, 01:00 AM
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Wellbutrin I believe is just an anti-depressant so it really boosts energy and decreases fatigue and stuff. Something like Zoloft on the other hand is an anti-anxiety and anti-depressant which targets seratonin and so it is really good at stopping negative thought processes but isn't as effect with the energy thing. I'm on Zoloft right now but my therapist suggested maybe taking a mixture since Wellbutrin might help my energy more than Zoloft. I'm not a doctor though so I really just suggest talking to your med provider and explaining your symptoms
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Old Feb 02, 2014, 02:18 PM
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The problem, however, is that I feel extreme anxiety almost daily. Whether I am out in public, or at home, my mind is always running at 100 mph going in every direction.
You should report this to your prescribing doctor.

For reference:
PsychCentral Wellbutrin page
US Nat'l Library of Medicine - Bupropion
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Old Feb 02, 2014, 02:33 PM
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Wellbutrin can actually increase anxiety. I'm on it and also take Zoloft to counter that.
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Old Feb 02, 2014, 02:59 PM
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add an SSRI to counter act the anxiety effects. Or take xanax or klonopin when needed.
good luck! BTW I'm on wellbutrin and paxil. None of which are working yet, but whatever. we'll see.
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