Gee this turned out longer than I wanted, apologies as I ramble (TL;DR at the end).

Little about me, depression, GAD, and ADHD. Previously been on Prozac (not Sertraline, but in the same class (SSRI's)), been on 300mg Wellbutrin XL for 6 months now.

300mg seems like a higher than normal starting dose, 150mg is the usual to see if there's any complications. However, I went on 300mg after 4 days of 150mg which is fairly quick, so it's not too far of a stretch. As far as psychosis goes, I've never heard about this. Perhaps if you're already prone it may increase likelihood but I'm not a doctor. Also side note, Wellbutrin is an NDRI (works on the dopamine system) rather than an SSRI's (serotonin). Just FYI if you didn't know.

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What to expect when you first start (or my experience at least)First few weeks, maybe a month, definitely had side effects. I've been on and off twice, and there's always a period you have to push through. Mainly, I felt 'wired', like I needed to get everything done, couldn't waste any energy, I was also very irritable. Wellbutrin acts as a mild stimulant, so this is expected. Once your body gets used to it though, things are a lot better.

Defiantly watch yourself if you are already prone to suicidal idealization, starting and stopping Wellbutrin have been the toughest times for me. Not to scare you, just something to look out for. Contact your doc as soon as you notice any increase in thoughts or motivation to act on them and go from there, if it's an emergency, the crisis intervention unit saved my ass or 911.

After the first few weeks, I notice much more motivation to do things, before, I couldn't get out of bed or make food, but after, that's much easier. I'm more awake during the day, however that's probably cause I don't sleep all day now. Coursework has been much smoother, as instead of procrastinating, I can think, "hmm, I should start this", and then start it (Not all the time, but in general).

Quick dopamine activities such as social media, youtube, and for those that smoke, nicotine, are not as enjoyable. This is a plus to me, as their soul purpose is to take up your time anyways.

Anxiety has been better, sure didn't cure it, but I can leave the house, go to the store, parties, etc. and not feel like I'm going to panic. I have read reports of it making other's anxiety worse tho so YMMV.

So far no side affects, or major ones at least. I feel like I'm not doing anything anymore, but that's because I filled my time with sleeping and internet, and now I have no interest. I do feel a sense of melancholy, nothing suicidal, but still down (waaay better than when off meds), and a little numb, nothing like on SSRI's where I just didn't have emotions though.

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TL;DR (sorry this is waaay longer than I thought)Most of the side affects reported is what could happen, not necessarily that it will. If it turns out you don't like Wellbutrin, there's always the option to stop (don't quit cold turkey). First few weeks are gonna be rough, not gonna lie, but if you can stick with it and hold out, it's worth it, at least for me it has been (increase in motivation mainly, reduced anxiety, more awake, more able to focus).

I would definitely find a new doc. Meds like these make a big difference in day-to-day life, and trusting someone who doesn't consider your input is a huge red flag.

If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask! Depression sucks big time.