Suresh Reddy Suresh Reddy Asked 6 months ago

Is wellbutrin for weight loss?

A relative mentioned that Wellbutrin can sometimes be used for weight loss, not just depression. Is that true? I'm looking for options to help me manage my weight.

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Shalini Vyas Shalini Vyas Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago
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Wellbutrin is primarily an antidepressant, not a weight loss pill. Sometimes weight loss is just a side effect because it can suppress appetite for some people. Please don't take it solely for weight loss without a psychiatrist's prescription.

Pooja Hegde Pooja Hegde Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

It is mainly for mental health support, but yes, many people do notice some weight drop! But always better to stick to natural workouts and good food for long-term fitness. Take care!

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Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

I was prescribed this for my mood issues and actually lost a couple of kilos because my sweet cravings went down. But it's not a magic weight loss drug. Once you stop, the appetite comes back, so focus on diet too.

Arjun Pillai Arjun Pillai Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Managing weight is tricky, especially when you have hormone issues like thyroid. I always suggest getting your thyroid and blood sugar checked first rather than looking at psychiatric medications for weight loss. Always discuss your symptoms with an endocrinologist.

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Sandeep Shrivastava Sandeep Shrivastava Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Haan, log bolte hain ki isse weight loss hota hai, par ye depression ki dawai hai na. Sirf duble hone ke liye isko khud se mat lena, doctor se pooch kar hi decision lo.

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