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Does Combination Of Adderall, Wellbutrin And Lexapro Treat Major Depressive Disorder?

I was put on Adderall in Sept.2013 since I have always had the Major Depressive Disorder(DSM) I have tried ALL the anti depression medications on the market with the last one(s) being 300 mg Wellbutrin and 20 mg Prozac. I stopped both of these when I started taking Adderall 10 mg twice daily. Wow, did it make a difference. I was so much more motivated and focused on getting work done, up until late December when I no longer had that boost of energy. I saw my doctor again this month (February) and he added on Lexapro 10mg once daily with 30 mg of Adderall(15mg morning, 15 mg early afternoon). As of date, I have not noticed any change and feel like doing nothing but lay down and rest/sleep. I would like to try and go on Wellbutrin again. Do you think that 300mg Wellbutrin once daily, 20 mg Adderall twice daily, and Lexapro 10 mg once daily would be a safe and working combination? Also, what time daily should I take the medication? I am going to speak to my doctor about this also but wanted to see what your recommendation would be? Thanks, Richard
Fri, 31 Oct 2014
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Thanks for asking, welcome to HCM

Adderall is as such not an anti-depressant medicine but it helps to improve mood and also attention span which can be utilised in depressive disorders. Wellbutrin (Bupropion) and Lexapro (Escitalopram) are both good anti-depressant drugs which will help in improvement in depressive symptoms.

Now coming to your queries-

Yes taking wellbutrin, adderall and lexapro is safe and will not have serious risk.

As per my opinion Lexapro and Adderall can be taken in morning time and you can take wellbutrin in evening as it may cause a little sedation.

Hope this helps you,thanks
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Does Combination Of Adderall, Wellbutrin And Lexapro Treat Major Depressive Disorder?

Thanks for asking, welcome to HCM Adderall is as such not an anti-depressant medicine but it helps to improve mood and also attention span which can be utilised in depressive disorders. Wellbutrin (Bupropion) and Lexapro (Escitalopram) are both good anti-depressant drugs which will help in improvement in depressive symptoms. Now coming to your queries- Yes taking wellbutrin, adderall and lexapro is safe and will not have serious risk. As per my opinion Lexapro and Adderall can be taken in morning time and you can take wellbutrin in evening as it may cause a little sedation. Hope this helps you,thanks