Antidepressants after surgery

artroxy blue
on 7/29/12 10:05 pm - MA

RNY on 08/14/12

I know I need to get my medications adjusted after surgery, but has anyone been able to get off of them completely after surgery? If so, how far out were you? If not, did you decrease your dosages? Currently, I'm on low doses of Zoloft and Wellbutrin, but I'd really like to get off of them completely. I've already switched my Wellbutrin to the regular version--not sustained-release or extended-release.

poet_kelly
on 7/29/12 10:14 pm - OH

RNY on 11/04/08

I'm doubtful that I'll ever be able to come off mine. I'm sure some people are able to discontinue antidepressants after WLS, but then, some people that never have WLS are able to discontinue them. WLS is not a cure for depression and losing weight alone probably won't eliminate the need for antidepressants.

Kelly

Please note: I AM NOT A DOCTOR. If you want medical advice, talk to your doctor. Whatever I post, there is probably some surgeon or other health care provider somewhere that disagrees with me. If you want to know what your surgeon thinks, then ask him or her. Check out my blog.

artroxy blue
on 7/29/12 10:26 pm, edited 7/29/12 10:29 pm - MA

RNY on 08/14/12

I know for myself, I was able to come off of them a few years ago, and went back on them after I had my daughter (Postpartum depression which evolved into a Major Depressive episode). I was curious if others had success in getting off of them. I don't know if I'll be able to come off of them, but I'd like to.

I don't expect my surgery to be a cure-all--just a way to get healthier. The mental stuff is a beast of its own that needs to be dealt with separately.

poet_kelly
on 7/30/12 12:52 am - OH

RNY on 11/04/08

It's possible. I think if you get more exercise and eat a healthier diet, like we are supposed to do after surgery anyway, that could certainly improve depression.

Kelly

Please note: I AM NOT A DOCTOR. If you want medical advice, talk to your doctor. Whatever I post, there is probably some surgeon or other health care provider somewhere that disagrees with me. If you want to know what your surgeon thinks, then ask him or her. Check out my blog.

Dave Chambers
on 7/30/12 12:01 am - Mira Loma, CA

RNY on 05/10/06

FYI, depression is a very common byproduct of surgery, especially newer post ops. You'll likely have anxiety about some issues, as well as depression. Loss of food choices (large list of nono foods), limited portions of food, self image as you lose wt, stalls, etc. are among reasons for depression. Going off of depression meds is likely a poor idea. People with depression prior to surgery will still likely have depression post op.. Surgery won't fix that issue. In fact, I know a LOT of post ops who are now on anti depressants, who never used them prior to surgery. Your dosage may be able to be adjusted post op. But I wouldn't go off of them right away. DAVE

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artroxy blue
on 7/30/12 12:25 am - MA

RNY on 08/14/12

Thanks for the heads-up. I really appreciate the insight. I'm not expecting to come off of them soon after surgery, just thinking long-term.

sugarbabyhoneypump
kin
on 7/30/12 1:12 am - IN

I wouldn't even try. I have a history and also a strong family history of depression. I look at it as the same as a type I diabetic always needing insulin. I will always need my antidepressants.

artroxy blue
on 7/30/12 2:18 am - MA

RNY on 08/14/12

So true. My mother is Bipolar, and I know my father suffered from anxiety before he passed away.

d_mac682
on 7/30/12 1:35 am - Gilbert, AZ

RNY on 04/26/12

For me lately, I feel that I may need to up my dosage. Anxiety has been high with all the changes that have come with WLS. I have also felt a bit more emotional than I have in the past. With that I am not sure if I would get off the meds.

Is it all that bad to be on anti-depresants anyways if it makes you feel better?

poet_kelly
on 7/30/12 1:48 am - OH

RNY on 11/04/08

It's not bad at all.

Kelly

Please note: I AM NOT A DOCTOR. If you want medical advice, talk to your doctor. Whatever I post, there is probably some surgeon or other health care provider somewhere that disagrees with me. If you want to know what your surgeon thinks, then ask him or her. Check out my blog.

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