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Suggest An Alternative For Wellbutrin

I have been taking wellbutrin for years and a few years ago, lexapro was added to my regimen. I felt wonderful but gained 10 pounds. I dropped the lexapro but do not feel as well these days. What do you suggest. I definitely need the serentonin, I think.
Thu, 14 Dec 2017
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hi sir/mam,lexapro might be responsible for your weight gain as wellbutrin in >10% causes weight loss.but lexapro is undoubtedly an excellent anti depressant.so,its use is highly recommended in major depressive disorder and generalised anxiety disorder.weight gain is reversible and controllable.with changes in your diet and regular exercise of 45min/day for 5 days a week would definitely make you lose your weight.so,serotonin is recommended in your case.hope my explanation is clear.any other queries,i'm always here to deal with.thank you.take care.bye.
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Suggest An Alternative For Wellbutrin

hi sir/mam,lexapro might be responsible for your weight gain as wellbutrin in 10% causes weight loss.but lexapro is undoubtedly an excellent anti depressant.so,its use is highly recommended in major depressive disorder and generalised anxiety disorder.weight gain is reversible and controllable.with changes in your diet and regular exercise of 45min/day for 5 days a week would definitely make you lose your weight.so,serotonin is recommended in your case.hope my explanation is clear.any other queries,i m always here to deal with.thank you.take care.bye.