[Allyson]

I take paxil. Have for years. I have a family history of depression. I thought it was normal to have thought of "offing" myself. It took a Dr. to tell me "no ... that's not right". I don't know if it added weight since I was so large anyway (378 lbs). I know I still need it or I go into a deep "funk" within a couple weeks. So I just figure my body doesn't produce something it should. No big deal. At least I am happy and active and living my life to the fullest!!

[Perfesser]

I was on Paxil once. Don't even think about getting off it on your own! That is some nasty stuff to quit!! I did get a share of that class action suit against them, though. I think it was a check for $9.35 or something huge like that. ;^)

I had to switch from Wellbutrin CR when I had the surgery to generic Wellbutrin with a different dosing schedule. I cut the pills in half and take them a couple of times a day (if I remember). I don't know if I still need to cut them, but I'm not really all that keen on experimenting, know what I mean? Doesn't sound like a fun time trying to cough up a pill or wait for it to dissolve. I also take a couple of Trazadone at night to help me go away and to knock off a few of the rough edges the Wellbutrin leaves.

I was on these meds for a year or more prior to surgery, and am still on them, and have lost a third of me, so I don't think they're a hindrance to me. As always, YMMV (your mileage may vary)!

perfesser