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I Think I Need to Resume Antidepressants

So, I live with PTSD. Prior to my surgery, I was taking antidepressants. My doctor took me off them when I got my surgery. For the first couple months post-op, I was doing pretty well and didn't feel I needed them. However, recently, my PTSD symptoms have been getting in the way of me having a good life. I think I need to go back on them. But I'm scared! So many antidepressants cause weight gain.

What do I do? Has anyone been able to take antidepressants and still keep their weight off? How about alternative treatments like CBD oil?

Any help is appreciated. Thank you!

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  • Prestonandme
    Prestonandme

    I've been taking Wellbutrin for several years. It didn't interfere whatsoever with my weight loss.

  • Hi!! I struggle with anxiety disorders with depression and have been prescribed Zoloft 100 mg for two years along with medical cannabis and both have worked WONDERS!! The day after surgery I skipped m

  • JordanKylie
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    I've been on Wellbutrin forever and nobody will make me stop. Although I am worried about my ability to swallow pills after my surgery. However, just be an advocate for your mental health! Sometimes i

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Hey! I’m on the same (Wellbutrin), ask your doc if they can prescribe the non extended release for you to crush up! My doctor told me not to take that one (normal 150mg extended release pill) & got me 75mg of the regular to crush up & take twice a day. My surgery was Monday & I’ve been taking it since Wednesday.. Hope this helps some [emoji3590]
WEIRD. My doc said 300 Extended release just fine. I had VSG. Apparently extended release not good for bypass.
1 hour ago, over65 said:

WEIRD. My doc said 300 Extended release just fine. I had VSG. Apparently extended release not good for bypass.

Really? I had VSG too. I hate how everyone says something different!!!

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On 7/2/2020 at 8:23 AM, JordanKylie said:

I've been on Wellbutrin forever and nobody will make me stop. Although I am worried about my ability to swallow pills after my surgery. However, just be an advocate for your mental health! Sometimes it takes a LONG time to trial different medications to see how it will affect your mind and body. But just stick with it. I really hope you feel better soon!

Thank you!

I'm on Lexapro, and although I have had my anxiety and depression under control for several years now, I am hesitant to stop it. So far, I'm losing weight just fine with it.

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