Has anyone had any positive sexual side effects while taking Wellbutrin?

Answer 1

Yes. Wellbutrin counteracts some sexual side effects from other anti depressant medications.

Answer 2

Wellbutrin May Be Your Answer
A study out of the University of Virginia examining the prevalence of sexual dysfunction among antidepressant users reveals that while the drug classes known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) were associated with a higher rate of sexual dysfunction, other antidepressants were associated with significantly lower rates, namely bupropion and nefazodone. These data suggest that sexual dysfunction may be related to serotonergic antidepressant therapy.

Wellbutrin, the brand name of bupropion, had the lowest overall rate of sexual dysfunction. It was associated with a rate of 22% of the overall population. The sustained release formulation fared almost as well with a rate of 25%. In contrast, the SSRIs (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft and Celexa), venlafaxine (Effexor) and mirtazapine (Remeron) averaged about 40%. When subjects were removed who had other probable causes of sexual dysfunction, the results were even better. Wellbutrin's rate dropped to 7% with the other medications dropping to between 23-30%.

Wellbutrin is a norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI). It is contraindicated in patients with a seizure disorder or those taking Zyban, which also contains bupropion. It is also contraindicated for those with a diagnosis of an eating disorder such as bulimia or anorexia and for those currently taking an MAOI.

The referenced study was performed by Dr. Anita H. Clayton, associate professor and vice chairman, Department of Psychiatric Medicine, University Virginia Health System and Dr. James Pradko, a primary care physician in New Baltimore, Mich. Results were presented on May 8, 2001 at the American Psychiatric Association annual meeting in New Orleans.

Answer 3

The answer is a resounding YES

Wellbutrin (bupropion hydrochloride) is an FDA approved antidepressant, however, is used for other purposes.

Sexual dysfunction - Bupropion, unlike SSRIs, does not appear to reduce libido, and may improve it in some patients. Patients who complain of sexual dysfunction as a result of their SSRI have been perscribed small doses of bupropion to correct it.

Smoking addiction - Burpropion acts as a competetive nicotinic antagonist, in interupting addiction for nicotine and ibogaine (hallucenogen).

Weight loss - Wellbutrin is a derivative of Diethylpropion, which is a stimulant (speed) marketed as an appetite surpressant.

Answer 4

Studies indicate a direct correlation to prescription drug treatment of depression and sexual dysfunction. lower libidinal drive in women and erectile dysfunction in men.

I think Americans tend to be overprescribed for depression. People think they take a pill they will solve all their problems. The best "alternative" to drugs is to get active physically and if you need to seek outside help try a counselor first. Medication should not be the 1st alternative.

Answer 5

I noticed increased sexual desire, but I thought it was just me. I also noticed increased sensitivity and it was easier to climax. I did have some urinary retention for a few weeks at first, which was very annoying, but went away after a while.

Answer 6

i became into on it for 8 years and it completely robbed me of my prefer. After quitting, i'm extraordinarily much a nympho,cant get sufficient! i think those 8 years are a blur to me now. i became into an entire zombie and when I got here off it the withdrawal became into horrid for extraordinarily much a year.Please heavily evaluate yet another scientific care.