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Has anyone gained weight with Wellbutrin?

bmoon
bmoon

I just started Wellbutrin again and I feel like I am GAINING WEIGHT!! I have gone up 3 lbs in a week and I can not afford to gain. I lost last time and I am eating a lot less. I have A TON OF STOMACH BLOATING. Has anyone else had this problem? And if so, does it go away?

Jersey_of_Oz
Jersey_of_Oz
Weight gain and bloating can be a side effect of any medication. The best way to control this is always take your medication with water and always have some kind of bread product in your stomach prior to taking the medication. Taking medications with things such as fruit juice and milk can cause adverse somatic reactions - as well as taking them on an empty stomach.
You should talk to your perscriber, but write down your questions and concerns and do not let them leave until they have answered all of your questions and concerns. Also, be willing to hear their answers - not just look for the answers you want.
hope that helps some.
bmoon
bmoon
Sounds great..thank you so much.
sharaninmd
sharaninmd
I haven't had any problems. I hope you will be able to adjust to it. If it continues to be a problem, talk to your doctor.
Community LeaderWanderingVet
WanderingVet
It is not well known to cause weight gain. You should talk to your doctor ... regarding any medication questions or health questions you may have.
peterthegreat
peterthegreat
I am gaining weigth. But I think is because i cannot exerise. My doctor did not say is because my med.
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