Warning: next information is intended to supplement, not substitute since, judgment and judgment of your pharmacist. it shouldn't be construed to indicate that use of the medication is safe or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using it drug.
Bupropion extended release - oral (antidepressant)
(byou-pro-pee-on)
common brand names: Wellbutrin XL
Simular Drugs : Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin Sr, Wellbutrin Xl
Related Drugs : Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin Xl
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Wellbutrin Xl Usage: this medication is used to treat major depression. it medication works by helping to restore the balance of natural chemicals in brain.
How to use Wellbutrin Xl: Take this medication by mouth, usually once per day with or without food. If nausea occurs, you may take it drug with food. do not crush, chew or break tablets. Swallow tablets whole. since it medication may cause sleeplessness at 1st, It's best not to take near bedtime. dosage is based on your medical condition & response to therapy. do not take more or less drug than prescribed. Taking more than recommended dose of bupropion will increase some your risk of having a seizure. do not stop taking it med without notifying youre pharmacist. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at same time each day. this may take 4 weeks or more before the full effects about this med noticed. Read patient information leaflet provided by your pharmacist.
Wellbutrin Xl side effects: Dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, stomach/abdominal pain, flushing, headache/migraine, loss about appetite, trouble sleeping, increased sweating, strange taste at mouth, weakness, drowsiness, or blurred vision may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify some your healthcare professional or pharmacist promptly. Tell your physician immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: dizziness, fainting, chest pain, fast heartbeat, tremor, unusual weight loss or gain, ringing in the ears, mental/mood changes (e.g., hallucinations, anxiety, nervousness, agitation, confusion, restlessness), decreased sex drive, difficulty urinating. Seek immediate medical attention if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: seizures. An allergic reaction to this med is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms about an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing, muscle aches, joint pain, fever. An empty tablet shell may appear in you're stool. this is harmless. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact you're doctor or pharmacist.
Wellbutrin Xl Precautions: this medication shouldn't be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your healthcare professional or pharmacist if you have: seizures, head injury, brain tumor, eating disorders. Before using this medication, tell youre pharmacist or healthcare professional your medical history, especially about: liver problems, heart problems, kidney problems, mental or emotional conditions, diabetes, alcohol or pill dependence, intention to quit smoking, any allergies. this tablet may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging at activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit or avoid consumption of alcoholic beverages. Alcohol can increase your risk of seizures. Chronic alcohol users who suddenly stop the intake about alcohol while taking bupropion may increase risk of having seizures. Consult some your healthcare professional or pharmacist for more details. Suddenly stopping certain tranquilizers (e.g., diazepam, lorazepam) is not recommended because doing so may increase risk of having seizures. your dose may need to be gradually decreased. this med must be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks & benefits with your pharmacist. Bupropion passes into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to infant, breast-feeding isnt recommended while using this drug.
Wellbutrin Xl drug interactions: it med should not be used with the following meds because very serious interactions may occur: MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine). If you are currently using or have recently stopped taking an MAO inhibitor within last 14 days, tell your pharmacist or pharmacist before starting bupropion. Before using this medication, tell your physician or pharmacist of all prescription & nonprescription goods you may use, especially of: warfarin, levodopa, amantadine, adrenaline-like stimulants (e.g., ephedrine), products containing nicotine (e.g., patches, gum, or spray). Also tell your healthcare professional if you taking any pills which affected by certain liver enzymes (CYP 2D6 or CYP 2B6 substrates, inhibitors, or inducers), such as: certain SSRI antidepressants (e.g., paroxetine, fluoxetine, sertraline), beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol), antiarrhythmics (e.g., propafenone, flecainide), orphenadrine, thiotepa, cyclophosphamide, carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, valproic acid. Also report the use about drugs which might increase seizure risk (decrease seizure threshold) when combined with bupropion such as phenothiazines (e.g., thioridazine), tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline), isoniazid (INH), or theophylline among others. Consult your doctor or physician since details. Excess caffeine intake can increase the chance of seizures with this drug. dollars every nonprescription/prescription med labels for caffeine. Consult youre physician or pharmacist. do not take this medicine with any another product containing bupropion (e.g., drugs to help quit smoking). do not start or stop any medicine with out pharmacist or physician approval.
Wellbutrin Xl Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include seizures, severe confusion, hallucinations, rapid heart rate, & loss about consciousness.
Wellbutrin Xl special notes: don't share this tablet with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., blood pressure monitoring) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or money for side effects. Consult your healthcare professional for more details.
If you missed Wellbutrin Xl dose: If you miss a dose, skip missed dose & resume you're usual dosing schedule. don't double dose to catch up. Taking too much of this med can increase youre chance about having seizure.
Wellbutrin Xl Storage: Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light & moisture. Brief storage between 59 & 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. do not store at the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency. for enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854- 1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
Active Ingredients : Bupropion Extended Release
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