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What antidepression do you recommend for energy if have hep c/ i've tried zoloft, prozac, celexia and effexor (venlafaxine) but had bad side effects. fatigue is bad?

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Dr. Lincoln Bickford answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bupropion?: Bupropion (aka wellbutrin) is a possible option to discuss with your psychiatrist -- it's more likely to boost energy and focus, but isn't as effective for anxiety.

Answered 1/30/2015

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