Wellbutrin Tablets ( Bupropion )
Uses
Wellbutrin is used to treat depression.
Contraindications
Do not take Wellbutrin if you are allergic to any ingredient
in Wellbutrin, you have seizures, you are taking any other medication
containing bupropion, you have or have a history of an eating
disorder, such as anorexia or bulimia or you are currently taking
or have taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor within the last
14 days.
How To Use Wellbutrin
How much medicine you take and how often you take it
depends on many factors, including the condition being treated,
your age, and weight. If you have any questions about the amount
and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your
health care provider.
Take Wellbutrin exactly as prescribed by your health care provider.
Because of the risk of seizures, do not use Wellbutrin in combination
with any other medication containing bupropion. Do not substitute
one form of Wellbutrin for another. If a seizure occurs while
taking Wellbutrin, stop using Wellbutrin and contact your health
care provider immediately. Your doctor will not restart therapy
with this medication. Avoid taking Wellbutrin close to bedtime
if you are having difficulty sleeping. Wellbutrin may cause dizziness,
drowsiness, or blurred vision. Use caution while driving or performing
other tasks requiring alertness or physical dexterity. Avoid drinking
alcohol or taking other medicines that cause drowsiness(eg, sedatives,
tranquilizers while taking Wellbutrin. Stop taking MAO inhibitors
at least 14 days before taking Wellbutrin. If you are uncertain
whether your other medications contain an MAO inhibitor, check
with your health care provider. Do not stop taking this medication
without checking with your doctor. Do not take more medication
than prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor or health
care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription
medications without talking with your doctor. This includes any
herbal preparations or dietary supplements.
Side Effects of Wellbutrin
Every medicine can cause side effects, but many people
have no, or minor, side effects. Tell your doctor or pharmacist
if any of the following occurs: Severe allergic reactions (rash;
giant hives; itching; difficulty breathing;tightness in the chest;
swelling of the lips and tongue); migraine headaches;hallucinations;
confusion; paranoia; delusions; hostility; bizarre behavior;irregular
heart rhythms; fainting; seizures. Dry mouth; nausea; vomiting;
constipation; stomach upset; dizziness;agitation; anxiety; rapid
heartbeat; lightheadedness; drowsiness; itching;rash; loss of
appetite; increased appetite; involuntary movement of the limbs;joint
pain; changes in weight; impotence; menstrual complaints; frequent
urination;excessive sweating; decreased sex drive; inability to
concentrate; tiredness;blurred vision; sleeplessness; ringing
in the ears. Difficulty urinating; restlessness; difficulty moving;
muscle spasms;increased saliva; tremor; hearing problems; taste
changes; shakiness; exaggerated sense of well-being.
Precautions
Before using Wellbutrin, tell your health care provider
about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become
pregnant, or breastfeeding ; if you are taking any prescription
medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary
supplement; if you have a history of seizures; if you have a history
of head trauma ; if you have a brain tumor ; if you have liver
disease, such as cirrhosis ; if you have impaired kidney function
; if you consume large amounts of alcohol or have a history of
substance abuse ;if you have diabetes ;if you are using nicotine
patches ;if you have any other medical condition, such as seizures.
Overdose
Contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Wellbutrin Notes
Wellbutrin is only to be used by the patient for whom
it is prescribed. Do not give it to others.
Missed Dose
If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If
several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next
dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your
doctor. If more than one dose is missed, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
Storage of Wellbutrin
Store between 59 and 86 degrees F. Protect from light
and moisture. Keep all medications out of reach of children.
Wellbutrin - more online resources
FamilyDoctor.org
- Wellbutrin - Information about Wellbutrin for doctors and
patients. From the site: "Bupropion / Wellbutrin is an antidepressant
medication. The exact way that Bupropion works is unknown. Bupropion
/ Wellbutrin is used to relieve symptoms of depression such as
feelings of sadness, worthlessness or guilt, loss of interest
in daily activities, changes in appetite, tiredness, sleeping
too much, insomnia, and thoughts of death or suicide. Bupropion
is also used to help people stop smoking by reducing withdrawal
effects. "
Medline
Plus - Wellbutrin - Extensive information about Wellbutrin.
From the site: "Bupropion / Wellbutrin is used to relieve
mental depression and is used as part of a support program to
help you stop smoking." Also: "For patients taking this
medicine for mental depression- usually Wellbutrin must be taken
for several weeks before you feel better. Your doctor should check
your progress at regular visits. You will probably need to keep
taking Bupropion / Wellbutrin for at least 6 months to help prevent
the return of the depression."
RxList:
Wellbutrin - Information on both immediate release and sustained
release formulas of bupropion HCl - Wellbutrin.
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- Bupropion HCl. Wellbutrin information for US residents in PDF
format from the drug manufacturer, GlaxoSmithKline.
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