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Wellbutrin Bupropion

Bupropion, sold under the brand names Wellbutrin and Zyban among others, is an atypical antidepressant primarily used to treat major depressive disorder and to support smoking cessation.[6][7] Bupropion is an effective antidepressant on its own, but it is also popular as an add-on medication in the cases of incomplete response to the first-line selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant.[7][8] Bupropion has seve...

Wellbutrin SR Bupropion

Bupropion, sold under the brand names Wellbutrin and Zyban among others, is an atypical antidepressant primarily used to treat major depressive disorder and to support smoking cessation.[6][7] Bupropion is an effective antidepressant on its own, but it is also popular as an add-on medication in the cases of incomplete response to the first-line selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant.[7][8] Bupropion has seve...

Wellbutrin XL Bupropion

Bupropion, sold under the brand names Wellbutrin and Zyban among others, is an atypical antidepressant primarily used to treat major depressive disorder and to support smoking cessation.[6][7] Bupropion is an effective antidepressant on its own, but it is also popular as an add-on medication in the cases of incomplete response to the first-line selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant.[7][8] Bupropion has seve...

my doctor gave me wellbutrin er 150mg once a day first 2or 3 days felt no different then about the 4th or 5th day i felt energized not really hungry now i am eating like a horse and smoking like a chimney whats wrong do i need a higher dosage or what ## It's difficult to say, all medications can affect everyone differently. You are very new to taking it, so it is possible to experience side effects and some odd effects, while your body is getting used to it. Learn more Wellbutrin details here. What are you taking it to treat?

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My pharmacists gave me teva buproprion Xl 150 which stayed on the market after the 300mg dose was withdrawn. It has a different absorption profile than the brand name and I'm wary of it. Any insights? ## The only thing you can really do is try it and see how it works for you. Learn more Bupropion details here. If you experience any unusual side effects, or it doesn't seem to work, then make sure to inform your doctor and pharmacist. Have you taken any yet? ## No not yet. Starting Sunday. The brand is $118 even with insurance, so I plan to try the generic to see if it works. Thanks for the comment. ## Been on it 4 days now. A little dry mouth, a little headachy, a little more energy, possibly loose stool but that's a rare side effect. Could just be something I ate. It's e...

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I'm a 58 year old woman who had a total hysterectomy at 48 years of age, taking hormone replacement (estradiol cream) I started on Wellbutrin 150 mg., by Sandoz, (pink pill) and was on it for maybe 3 weeks. Did nothing for me. However, I seemed to be angrier and more emotional. Dr increased dosage to 200 SR which I've been taking for a week. Wellbutrin has been in my system for 1 month now and there has been some slight improvement not much. My dr mentioned she might include Effexor with it. Actually my Dr wanted me to take Effexor instead of Wellbutrin, but I preferred Wellbutrin because I was concerned about the weight gain. All I know is that I'm experiencing some of what I did not want on an antidepressant. Although I have not gained weight, I'm hungry, itchy at time...

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is there a difference in wellbutrin and wellbutrin 150mg sr tab actavissou? i was taking the regular wellbutrin then my new prescriptson is the tab sr. a round pale yellow pill. other coment said it causes sezures? ## Brandy, the "SR" means sustained release, meaning that you take a single larger dosage less often because it is gradually released in your body. There is a minor risk of seizures as a possible side effect of this medication - the chances of it are low but do increase with a higher dose. I'd say since you are starting this new dosage that you either make sure you're around others, or at least have your doc on speed dial to report any side effects. More details about this medication are available at: Hope this helps and good luck!

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wondering about pill appearance and markings /color on the canadian version ## Just as it is in the U.S. this medication is available as both a generic and name brand in Canada. This means there are many on the market and they will all have different markings. Can you post back with the markings on the tablet you are asking about, so I can look it up for you?

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how do you taper from 300 Wellbutrin xl to Wellbutrin 150xl? Thank you. Pat ## @Pat, This type of information is usually best advised by the prescribing doctor who can work with you closely on writing out a tapering schedule that you can adhere to for a predetermined length of time. One thing I do hear often though, is that the tapering process for antidepressants "typically" involves titrating the dose down over a period of several weeks or months. It would just be a good idea to discuss specific details with your doctor first in case your situation calls for a weaning process that better suits your individual needs/goals. I found the following article by Harvard.edu to be beneficial as well, where they provide "suggested dose reductions" on Wellbutrin at the bottom of ...

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Please help me to understand exactly what drug I'm really taking. I was prescribed Wellbutrin, but was given Bupropion HCL. At the bottom of the bottle, it says substituted for Wellbutrin TBS B/W. When I look up Bupropion HCL I'm shown Zyban. Thank you for any help. ## Hello, Mimi! How are you? They are all the same. Wellbutrin and Zyban are both just brand names for Bupropion. The FDA lists it as being an antidepressant that can also help with smoking cessation. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, insomnia and nervousness. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hi, Sweetie, I'm doing okay, thanks. I appreciate your advice. Embarrassing question, will it cause very bad gas also? ## You're very welcome! And yes, it can do that i...

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I have read all the problems people are having with the generic versions of the Wellbutrin XL but I have had similar problems with the change in generics for Wellbutrin SR. I originally took 300 to 400 mgs of Wellbutrin SR manufactured by Watson. I have had several changes but did okay on the Wellbutrin by Watson and Sandoz. I went into a deep depression when I was switched to the Mylan but my insurance at first denied a different brand. Now they will switch to another generic with a special process. Has anyone experienced any side effects or improvement with the generic by Activis? ## Hello, Sorry to hear about your problems switching between all those manufacturers. It is however important to know that everyone reacts differently to these types of medications. So while one generic may...

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what is this medication used for? ## Wellbutrin (bupropion) is an antidepressant medication. It works in the brain to treat depression. It can also be used as a smoking cessation aid. To view more information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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little tiny white pills to loose wieght &quit smoking ## how does wellbutrin 150mg help you to quit smoking? HOW DO YOU KNOW ITS WORKING ## It is not usually a tiny pill, they are usually a bit bigger and thicker than an Aspirin. Are there any markings on the tablets? Can you please post back and clarify? Sissy, overall it is an antidepressant that can also help reduce the cravings to smoke. Years ago, it was frequently sold under the brand name Zyban, specifically to help with smoking cessation. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, headache, dry mouth, nervousness, and weight loss.

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i feel agitated, feel like just crying all the time, snappy and anxiety is at a high ## I took Wellbutrin for years and one effect is anxiety. I had anxiety about anything and everything-it never stopped--till i stopped wellbutrin. Now I feel normal again. ## Bupropion xl 300 mfg zydus has horrible side effects... don't take! Gained weight, makes u bloated...

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Okay, I am hoping to get some help. I was on Pristiq 100 mg for the last three years. My insurance now is having a higher co-pay plus I have gained 25 lbs. So the PA switched my to Wellbutrin SR 150mg. It is day three and I feel awful. Very foggy and light headed. Well I found out from her nurse today, that I should not be having any caffeine when I take it. How long will this feeling last?? Anyone have words of wisdom. I am not hungry and that is the good thing. I want to try to stick it out. ## Hi Mojo, Everyone's body handles medication differently so there is no way to know when the side effects will go away for sure.If they haven't gone away in a couple weeks, you might want to speak with your doctor. Feeling light headed obviously isn't normal and may be a sign that yo...

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children found pills in a home with supervised visits- found out they were some sort of generic wellbutrin; but need to know what brand they are, the makers and any info you may have, i need to research this and cannot find a whole lot on it. The pills are white, round, words- WPI 839 on the pill. need to know the dosage on this particular pill. Thank you it would be so much help if you can find any thing on this pill. ## Here is some more info for you: The drug Bupropion is indeed the generic chemical form of Wellbutrin. It is classified as an antidepressant and is commonly used to stop smoking. The imprint WPI 839 indicates that it is the 150 mg Extended Release Tablets. Hope this helps! Liza ## To add some more specifics, this tablet was manufactured by Watson Pharmaceuticals, and th...

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I have been on Wellbutrin for a month and a half. My doctor started me with the regular release bupropion 75mg twice a day and then three weeks ago changed it to Wellbutrin XL (generic) and it has been great for those three weeks. Little anxiety and very productive and motivated again. However the past two days I have started to feel in a slump again. I find it hard to keep myself doing these things I've started doing while on my motivational spree. Is the wellbutrin calming down in my system or something and showing how it is actually going to be working from now on or could it be something else? I also take 150 to 300mg of gabapentin daily, depending on my anxiety level, if that info is something to take into consideration. Can anyone give me some insight on this? ## I forgot to m...

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Was on Wellbutrin only about a month, just didn't seem to be working or helping at all. Dr finally decided to try Lexapro. Just curious if I'll experience any major effects while tapering Wellbutrin (only on it a month) and start up effects of Lexapro....these in between stages are horrible because it's hard to tell which is the culprit. I just need some relief. Second guessing my decision to stop paxil after years of being on it- maybe I should have just stayed on it. ## Why did you stop the Paxil? The FDA does warn that while switching medications, you may experience nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, rebound depression, and anxiety. What dosage were you taking of the Paxil?

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Has anyone had success taking Wellbutrin and Viibrydd but not simultaneously? So far Viibryd is doing nothing for me and I have been on it for two weeks. Only have bad side affects, Wellbutrin worked good for me for years, but ran its course. ## Hello, Bri! How are you? It can take 4 to 6 weeks for these types of medications to reach their full level of effectiveness in your body to see if they are going to work for you. If there is still no effect, after that time period, then you'll likely need to switch to something else. This medication may cause side effects, such as nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Has anyone else taken Wellbutrin XL, and if so, how would you describe your experience? ## I am trying to figure out how to get off of the Wellbutrin xl 15o mg. i take 1 per day in the morning. It is making me throw up. I am going to start splitting it in half for a week. Then I am going to stop it all together the next week. ## I am not an expert by any means, but if XL stands for "extended release" you are not supposed to cut the pills because it changes the way the drug is released.... like you get it much faster.... ## That is correct, you should not cut, break, or crush a time released tablet, such as this, since it could cause you to get too much of the medication, at once, which may result in overdose, according to FDA warnings. Its typical side effects are listed as poss...

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