Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Abdominal Bloating After Taking Wellbutrin?

hi.. i am taking wellbutrin.. and my doctor just raised my dose to 300mg. about 3 weeks ago.. i am feeling a little bloated and not really feeling a difference from 150 to 300mg..I was told this medication doesn t cause weight gain.. I am 52 and try to stay active... I use to weigh 112 and now 120... not sure if its the age or the wellbutrin.. any advice will be helpful...
Wed, 9 Aug 2017
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
hi dear. thanks for trusting HCM. I understood your concerns. may I know how long have you used wellbutrin? did you use another drug along with wellbutrin?

firstly, Wellbutrin contains bupropion which is an anti-depressant medicine used to treat depression disorder. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being.
this drug can cause abdominal discomfort such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, constipation or bloated. it can cause weight gain, but weight loss is more common rather than gain. although it's rare, here some reasons how weight gain could happen while on wellbutrin: some improving in mood can increase food cravings, boost appetite, and other changes that can result in modest weight gain.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this drug with that dosage because he had judged that it's the best for you. if you feel the 150 mg is better, you should discuss with your treating doctor. Do not stop using Wellbutrin suddenly, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. if you feel that such an unusual weight gain, please contact your doctor. he will advice the best option for you.

I hope these can be useful for you. if you have another question, please do not hesitate to ask me in HCM. take care.

best regards,
dr. Asti Yuliadha
I find this answer helpful

2 Doctors agree with this answer

Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Abdominal Bloating After Taking Wellbutrin?

hi dear. thanks for trusting HCM. I understood your concerns. may I know how long have you used wellbutrin? did you use another drug along with wellbutrin? firstly, Wellbutrin contains bupropion which is an anti-depressant medicine used to treat depression disorder. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. this drug can cause abdominal discomfort such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, constipation or bloated. it can cause weight gain, but weight loss is more common rather than gain. although it s rare, here some reasons how weight gain could happen while on wellbutrin: some improving in mood can increase food cravings, boost appetite, and other changes that can result in modest weight gain. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this drug with that dosage because he had judged that it s the best for you. if you feel the 150 mg is better, you should discuss with your treating doctor. Do not stop using Wellbutrin suddenly, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. if you feel that such an unusual weight gain, please contact your doctor. he will advice the best option for you. I hope these can be useful for you. if you have another question, please do not hesitate to ask me in HCM. take care. best regards, dr. Asti Yuliadha