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My first antidepressant (citalopram) didn't work. what are the chances that adding bupropion will help?

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Dr. Tariq Halim answered

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STAR*D Study: 1. Make sure you give citalopram an adequate trial at an appropriate dose. 2. Augmenting with Bupropion may help in certain individuals. It was beneficial in about ~7-10% of depressed patients. If you do decide on starting Bupropion, contra-indications include seizures and eating disorders. I hope you start feeling better soon!

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Answered 9/14/2015

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A member asked:

My first antidepressant (citalopram) didn't work. what are the chances that adding bupropion will help?

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Dr. Tariq Halim answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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