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Q: Strange Side Effect of Wellbutrin

asked by: DoctorQuestion on March 11th, 2006

I didn't know what topic to pick. Anyway, I just got put on Wellbutrin xl 300 mg, and I'm having these weird effects not mentioned on the side effects. It's hard to explain, I just know it doesn't feel right. It's like these waves of tingly sensations from the top of my head to my feet. It causes my heart to race a second and then it's gone. It comes like seconds apart but it's not constant. It also makes me feel like i'm on drugs like speed. What is this? Like right now i'm fine because I haven' taken yet.

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on March 28th, 2006

General Q&A Answer A610

Wellbutrin is an antidepressant drug. The side effect you’re experiencing could be caused by this pharmaceutical, although it is not mentioned in the list of side effects. The list of side effects of any medicine is updated all the time. The tingly sensations could be also caused by your primary disorder :depression. If the unpleasant side effect persists after continued use, I recommend contacting your doctor for a consultation and review of your medication.

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