Wellbutrin XL is an aminoketone antidepressant, indicated for: treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) (1
Bupropion first became an FDA-approved medicine on 30 December 1985
Off-label, non-FDA approved uses include anti-depressant-induced sexual dysfunction, attention
Generic Name (S): bupropion bupropion XL
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This medication is used to treat depression
FAQ
Applies to the following strengths: hydrobromide 174 mg/24
This medicine comes with an extra patient fact sheet called a Medication Guide
Extended-release tablets: Initial dose: 150 mg orally once a day in the morning, increase if necessary after 4 days to 300 mg orally once a day
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: irregular heartbeats
Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor
Another difference is that Wellbutrin SR is only used for major depressive disorder (MDD), whereas Wellbutrin XL can be used for both MDD and seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
Dry mouth, sore throat, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, ringing in the ears, headache, decreased appetite, weight loss, constipation, trouble sleeping Wellbutrin XL 150 Mg 24 Hr Tablet, Extended Release Antidepressant Dopamine Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors - Uses, Side Effects, and More Generic Name(S): bupropion HCl Wellbutrin XL is used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) and seasonal affective disorder, and Wellbutrin SR is only used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD)
After 7 days of dosing, the dose may be increased to the target dose of 300 mg once daily in the morning
Treatment typically lasts 7 to 12 weeks
To aid smoking cessation in combination with motivational support in nicotine-dependent patients
If tolerated, may increase to target dosage of 300 mg once daily after 4 days of therapy
This drug is slightly more popular than comparable drugs
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Antidepressants can help Wellbutrin XL®: At first, 150 mg once a day in the morning
It works by raising the amount of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain
A generic drug is an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication
US FDA pregnancy category: C
Drug interactions may change how your medications Common side effects of bupropion and naltrexone may include: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation; headache, dizziness; dry mouth; or