Neha Gupta Neha Gupta Asked 5 months ago

Is wellbutrin good for weight loss?

My friend who's on Wellbutrin for depression said she lost some weight since starting it. I'm struggling with my weight and wondering if it's something that could help me too. Is Wellbutrin considered good for weight loss?

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Gauri Kelkar Gauri Kelkar Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago
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Using a psychiatric drug for weight loss is not a healthy approach in my opinion. A balanced vegetarian diet rich in fiber and portion control is much safer and sustainable for your body.

Rohan Bhatia Rohan Bhatia Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

On my fitness app, I see people discussing this sometimes. It might suppress appetite, but it's not a substitute for a calorie deficit and active lifestyle. Focus on tracking your steps and daily food intake first.

Satish Kamat Satish Kamat Joined May 2026 5 months ago

At 53, my doctor told me the only thing good for my weight loss is eating less and walking more. Don't look for shortcuts in heavy prescription medicines, they always come with some unexpected surprises!

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Vikram Singhal Vikram Singhal Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Wellbutrin is an antidepressant. If weight loss happens, it is just a side effect, not its primary purpose. Do not self-prescribe this under any circumstances, speak to a qualified psychiatrist.

Shweta Kapoor Shweta Kapoor Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

I would be very anxious taking an antidepressant just to lose weight, what if it has bad side effects on the heart? Please be very careful and discuss all pros and cons with your doctor before taking anything.

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Harish Rawat Harish Rawat Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

For weight loss and sugar control, I rely on a low-glycemic diet and regular evening walks. Taking complex medicines can sometimes complicate your blood sugar levels, so check with your doctor first.

Divya Nambiar Divya Nambiar Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

I know how frustrating weight loss can be, but please don't use this medicine without a proper reason. It can cause sleep issues and anxiety in some people, which isn't worth it just to lose a few pounds.

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