PVCs, Ritalin and Wellbutrin

[jadanry]

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I started developing PVCs when I was pregnant 2 years ago.  I've been to 2 cardiologists and had 2 echos and multiple EKGs.  I was assured that my heart was structurally sound and the PVCs were annoying but not dangerous.  I felt okay with this answer and even though they bothered me, they didn't bother me as much after I saw 2 different cardiologists and got the same answer.

Recently I have been put on Wellbutrin and Ritalin for my depression by my psychiatrist.  I told him about my PVCs and he didn't seem concerned.  Now I am experiencing twice as many PVCs and extreme exhaustion.  My whole chest area feels tight as well.  I have been taking the medication for a few weeks and these symptoms just started.  I like the other benefits of my depression medication so I would rather not go off it it,  but I can't help but feel like I am about to drop dead suddenly of a heart attack (at the risk of sounding dramatic, I know, but it really feels this way).  

Should I just trust that my heart is structurally fine and the PVCs are just normal for me?   I'd hate to go through another round of tests for nothing.  Has anyone had any experience at all with this?

[jadanry]

Unfortunately, I have tried the majority of SSRIs out there and Wellbutrin is the only one that works for me.  I was on an MAOI that also worked but that had side effects I really felt uncomfortable with.  And yes, Ritalin can be used for depression.

[CFS56]

Both those medications can cause heart palpitations big time.  I am not sure why you are on Ritalin, I thought that was for ADHD not depression but as far as the wellbutrin goes there are many other antidepressants you can take.  I would certainly ask that my medication be changed.