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Good day, i put on nuzak and wellbutrin by my gp about 4 years ago due to depression. i hate being on it and would like wean off. any advice please?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Tapering off meds: Agree with Dr. Ventor. I can't encourage you to independently wean yourself off of fluoxetine and Wellbutrin without involving the doctor who has prescribed you the medication for four years.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 7/27/2019

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