Question 1

is 300mg of wellbutrin xl daily and 40 mg of cymbalta (duloxetine) daily safe to take together?

Accepted Answer

Interaction: Although these 2 can be used together safely, caution is needed with the doses.  Wellbutrin can inhibit the metabolism of cymbalta, (duloxetine) causing its level to rise in your system.  Seizures are possible if doses are too high also.  Please discuss your concerns with your prescribing psychiatrist.

Question 2

can you combine cymbalta (duloxetine) with wellbutrin?

Accepted Answer

YES!!!: Yes this is a very potent combination and excellent synergy. Cymbalta (duloxetine) helps with serotonin and norepinephrine and wellbutrin helps with Dopamine and norepinephrine. I would recommend beginning with one alone first and see if it is beneficial and then augment with the second one if necessary.

Question 3

what symptoms would you look for of wellbutrin 300mg and cymbalta (duloxetine) 60mg being too much?

Accepted Answer

Too much medicine: You may experience jitteriness or increase anxitey due to excessive nor epinephrine.

Question 4

could the combination of cymbalta (duloxetine) and wellbutrin have worked/not worked for some people?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Cymbalta (duloxetine) and Wellbutrin are potent anti-depressants. They are not usually prescribed together unless it is a severe case of depression. Anti-depressants can work or fail solo or in combination. There is no wrong answer, the only way to know if they will work is to try them.

Question 5

is wellbutrin or cymbalta (duloxetine) better when on adderal?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If anxiety is a consideration, Cymbalta (duloxetine) is better as Wellbutrin does not address anxiety and can make it worse. Both are fine to take with Adderall but Cymbalta (duloxetine) is better at improving depression, focus and energy.  On the other hand, Wellbutrin is often used to help with smoking cessation. It is also known as Zyban.

Question 6

what are ways to relieve the withdrawal sysmptoms from cymbalta (duloxetine) and or wellbutrin?

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal Cymbalta (duloxetine): Establish a slow tapering plan with the help from your prescribing md.

Question 7

51 female on wellbutrin 300 mg, cymbalta (duloxetine) 30 mg for dep & ativan 1 mg for gad x 5 yrs, they worked for awhile, now have no desire to live.

Accepted Answer

If you are having: thoughts about killing yourself,  get seen at the nearest emergency room now. Have a friend or relative drive you or call 911 for emergency services for transport. You can call the National suicide hotlines 24/7 at 1-800-suicide (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273 – talk (1-800-273-8255) for support. You may need addition of a mood stabilizer for your depression. Cognitive behavioral therapy or &gt;

Question 8

are you saying wellbutrin  is safe to take if one has glaucoma?  cymbalta (duloxetine) has increased the pressure and i am looking for a safe substitute

Accepted Answer

Glaucoma: There is caution recommended for Cymbalta (duloxetine) in people with 'uncontrolled' angle closure glaucoma, not open angle glaucoma. Wellbutrin is not a common problem with any glaucoma.

Question 9

can i take wellbutrin 150 with cymbalta (duloxetine) if im bulimic for depression?

Accepted Answer

Risky side effects: The combination can raise the risk of side effects including seizures. It's not a good idea unless absolutely necessary and will be closely watched. Definitely look into CBT therapy for management of both conditions - it will lessen your need for medications and may even teach you how to overcome the bulimia. Best wishes for success.

Question 10

can one take a combo of cymbalta and wellbutrin? cymbalta works well for my depression but wellbutrin erased my alcohol cravings.

Accepted Answer

Cymbalta Wellbutrin: Cymbalta and Wellbutrin can be safely combined. The Cymbalta levels may be increased, but I have not seen this become a problem. The addition of Wellbutrin to SSRI antidepressants is a well studied augmenting method.

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What symptoms would you look for of wellbutrin 300mg and cymbalta (duloxetine) 60mg being too much?

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Could the combination of cymbalta (duloxetine) and wellbutrin have worked/not worked for some people?

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Is wellbutrin or cymbalta (duloxetine) better when on adderal?

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What are ways to relieve the withdrawal sysmptoms from cymbalta (duloxetine) and or wellbutrin?

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51 female on wellbutrin 300 mg, cymbalta (duloxetine) 30 mg for dep & ativan 1 mg for gad x 5 yrs, they worked for awhile, now have no desire to live.

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Are you saying wellbutrin is safe to take if one has glaucoma? cymbalta (duloxetine) has increased the pressure and i am looking for a safe substitute

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Can i take wellbutrin 150 with cymbalta (duloxetine) if im bulimic for depression?

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Can one take a combo of cymbalta and wellbutrin? cymbalta works well for my depression but wellbutrin erased my alcohol cravings.

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