Im back

I am sorry i seemed to have disappeared. I needed a break to get this medication stuff in order. By 9 days in to taking Welbutrin, my stomach really hurt and I think it was constipation. I know you are all glad to hear that.

When I hit the 2 week point, all the side effects went away and I still felt good. better even but had some problems sleeping. I always have. I went back to the doc for a complete check up and despite eating more then I should because the medicine made me feel like I had to eat or be sick, I lost 2 pounds.

We decided to up my Welbutrin to 300 mgs and I am on day 3 of this does. No side effects except some minor tummy troubles.

He gave me Lunesta for sleeping and it was terrible. It was like having an aspirin in your mouth all day. I did not sleep any better and it tore my stomach up. I just want a good night sleep.

Anyway, the doc and I talked for almost an hour about diet and weight loss. He was so sweet. He told me he knew it was hard because he struggled every day like me. He was understanding and compassionate.

So, I feel like I have the depression under control and I have some Ambien for a few good nights sleep and I will start working on my body again.

Thanks to you all who took the time to comment.

Glad to have you back!

I checked your blog often to see if you had posted. I'm glad to see you are back on here again and doing much better and that the Wellbutrin is doing well for you. I've heard the same thing about Lunesta. Ambien is awesome! I did sleep very well on it however there were some incidents with me "sleep" walking so watch out for that.

Good news about the 2 pounds. That's a bonus! I look forward to reading your blogs and following you on your journey again!

Welcome back

Sounds like you have an awesome dr. who is very supportive and not condescending. That's such a treat!  You and your dr. seem to have a very good plan in place for you.  I'm glad the Wellbutrin is helping you.  Good luck in your continued journey.

I'm glad you feel better

Hi, just wanted to say that I hope you feel better. I have a loved one suffering depression and it is very hard to see him hurting sometimes. And I know some anti-depressants can make you gain weight. I'm glad this one doesn't do that to you. Good luck and really hope you feel good these days and have energy :)