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Wellbutrin XL
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Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Wellbutrin XL (bupropion hydrochloride extended-release) is used to treat major depressive disorder and seasonal affective disorder. At least one brand of bupropion (Zyban) is used to help people stop smoking by reducing cravings and other withdrawal effects. It is an antidepressant. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include dry mouth, sore throat, nausea, vomiting, stomach/abdominal pain, flushing, headache, loss of appetite, constipation, trouble sleeping, increased sweating, strange taste in mouth, joint aches, dizziness, or blurred vision.
The initial dose of Wellbutrin XL is 150 mg/day as a single dose. The target dose is 300-mg/day. Wellbutrin XL may interact with cancer medicines, heart rhythm medications, heart or blood pressure medications, other antidepressants, medicine to treat psychiatric disorders, antihistamines, asthma medications or bronchodilators, birth control pills or hormone replacement estrogens, bladder or urinary medications, antibiotics, diet pills, stimulants, ADHD medication, insulin or oral diabetes medications, medication for nausea/vomiting/motion sickness, medications to treat/prevent malaria, medicines to treat Parkinson's disease/restless leg syndrome/pituitary gland tumor, medicines used to prevent organ transplant rejection, narcotics, sedatives, steroids, theophylline, or ulcer or irritable bowel medications. Tell your doctor all medications you use. Wellbutrin XL should be used only when prescribed during pregnancy. Infrequently, newborns whose mothers have used certain antidepressants during the last 3 months of pregnancy may develop symptoms including persistent feeding or breathing difficulties, jitteriness, seizures or constant crying. Report symptoms to the doctor. Do not stop taking this medication unless your doctor directs you to do so. This drug passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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Wellbutrin XL Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Major Depressive Disorder
WELLBUTRIN XL (bupropion hydrochloride extended-release) is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder.
The efficacy of bupropion in the treatment of a major depressive episode was established in two 4-week controlled trials of inpatients and in one 6-week controlled trial of outpatients whose diagnoses corresponded most closely to the Major Depression category of the APA Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) (see Clinical Trials).
A major depressive episode (DSM-IV) implies the presence of 1) depressed ...
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Wellbutrin XL Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any new or worsening symptoms such as: mood or behavior changes, anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or if you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), more depressed, or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.
Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
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Wellbutrin XL Consumer Information: Uses
This medication is used to treat depression. It can improve your mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by restoring the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain.
OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.
This medication may also be used to treat...
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