Neha Singh Neha Singh Asked 8 months ago

How fast is weight loss on wellbutrin xl?

Someone mentioned that Wellbutrin XL can sometimes lead to weight loss. I'm currently on it and haven't noticed much change. For those who experience it, how fast does weight loss on Wellbutrin XL usually happen?

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Rohan Mehra Rohan Mehra Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago
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Wellbutrin XL is an antidepressant, not a primary weight loss pill, though reduced appetite is a common side effect. If weight loss happens, it is usually gradual, starting around week 4 to 6. Don't expect dramatic results solely from the medication without a proper diet.

Savitri Devi Savitri Devi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

These modern medicines have many complex effects, so please take them only under a proper doctor's guidance. I always believe in drinking warm water and walking daily for gentle weight loss. If you feel any sudden heart racing or severe mood changes, see your doctor immediately.

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Vijay Tambe Vijay Tambe Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

The weight loss is quite slow, maybe a couple of kilos over two months, as it just helps curb stress eating. Instead of relying only on the pill, try replacing your evening snacks with roasted chana or salad. It is a much cheaper and safer way to manage weight.

Sridhar Iyer Sridhar Iyer Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

For me, the appetite changes became noticeable in about a month, leading to mild weight loss. Practicing daily pranayama helped balance my nervous system while on this medication. It is always best to let the body heal and lose weight at its own gentle pace.

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Kriti Saxena Kriti Saxena Joined May 2026 6 months ago

I can only share what happened to me when my psychiatrist prescribed this. I noticed my sugar cravings went down significantly by the third week, and I lost about 3 kg in two months. But my doctor monitored my blood pressure throughout, as it can sometimes go up.

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