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Why Do I Still Feel Depressed, Slow And Lethargic Despite Taking Ibupropine And Venlafaxine?
Question: i'm taking two anti-depressants -- ibupropine and venlafaxine -- and i still feel sad, lethargic, no interest in anything, heavy, slow. Do i need an adjustment in the meds or is there something else i can do?
Brief Answer:
Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read your query but failed to understand the name of first antidepressant. As per my information there is no antidepressant which spells Ibupropine. I guess you are referring bupropinion or this was auto correction my laptop/phone.
Please name the correct medicine.
I look forward to assist you further.
Thanks and regards.
Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read your query but failed to understand the name of first antidepressant. As per my information there is no antidepressant which spells Ibupropine. I guess you are referring bupropinion or this was auto correction my laptop/phone.
Please name the correct medicine.
I look forward to assist you further.
Thanks and regards.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
I'm sorry - you are correct, it is bupropinion.
Brief Answer:
The dose of bupropion should be increased
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Although the symptoms described above are indicative of depression but feeling low, low energy and and feeling lethargic are best respond with bupropion. Although I am not sure what dose you are taking but I must state that 150 mg of bupropion can be increased (upto 450 mg per day). The above recommended is based on the fact that routine dose of bupropion is 450 mg per day for otherwise healthy person like you.
I hope this helps you.
Feel free to write back to me if you have more questions.
Thanks and regards.
The dose of bupropion should be increased
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Although the symptoms described above are indicative of depression but feeling low, low energy and and feeling lethargic are best respond with bupropion. Although I am not sure what dose you are taking but I must state that 150 mg of bupropion can be increased (upto 450 mg per day). The above recommended is based on the fact that routine dose of bupropion is 450 mg per day for otherwise healthy person like you.
I hope this helps you.
Feel free to write back to me if you have more questions.
Thanks and regards.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thank you, Doctor. I am taking 300mg now so i will ask to have it increased.
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Hello,
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I am glad to know that provided information was useful for you and will assist you to make better decision in regard to your health concerns.
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