Posted by Patient on March 11, 2005, at 9:52:19
In reply to Re: Wellbutrin, posted by draisy on March 9, 2005, at 1:40:29
> Does anyone know of a case where someone has gone back on wellbutrin after having a seizure?
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> Is there any possibility of controlling this awful side effect of wellbutrin? (it's the only anti-dep that has worked for me)
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> i was on the highest dose (400mg i think it was) and my doctor didn't mention anything about not drinking while taking this medication.
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> i lost my brother and was drinking pretty heavily the week after his death. I usually have maybe a glass or two of wine a month but was drinking 1-3 drinks a night and had a seizure by the end of the week.
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> This was a year ago. i'd love to start back on wellbutrin if there's a way.
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I'd think your doctor would say "definitely no" if you wanted to go back on bupropion after having a seizure while taking it. But, in my opinion, you could try taking 100mg Slow Release twice a day or the lowest dose that works and avoid alcohol.
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