Treating depression. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Wellbutrin is an antidepressant. It works in the brain to treat depression. Exactly how it works is not known.
Do NOT use Wellbutrin if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Wellbutrin
you are taking any other medicine that contains bupropion
you have a history of an eating disorder (eg, anorexia, bulimia) or seizures (eg, epilepsy)
you are suddenly stopping the use of alcohol or sedatives (eg, benzodiazepines) after long-term use
you are taking or have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (eg, phenelzine) within the last 14 days
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Wellbutrin :
Some medical conditions may interact with Wellbutrin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you or a family member has a history of bipolar disorder (manic depression), other mental or mood problems (eg, depression), suicidal thoughts or attempts, or alcohol or substance abuse
if you have diabetes, kidney problems, high blood pressure, heart problems (eg, congestive heart failure), or a recent heart attack
if you have a history of seizure, head injury, tumor in the brain or spinal cord, or liver problems (eg, cirrhosis)
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Wellbutrin. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Amantadine, antipsychotics (eg, haloperidol, risperidone), corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), insulin, levodopa, MAOIs (eg, phenelzine), nicotine patches, oral hypoglycemics (eg, glipizide), other antidepressants (eg, fluoxetine, amitriptyline), sympathomimetics (eg, pseudoephedrine), theophylline, or
tiagabine because they may increase the risk of Wellbutrin 's side effects
Carbamazepine, phenobarbital, or phenytoin because they may decrease Wellbutrin 's effectiveness
Antiarrhythmics (eg, propafenone, flecainide), beta-blockers (eg, metoprolol), phenothiazines (eg, thioridazine), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants (eg, fluoxetine), or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, nortriptyline) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by
Wellbutrin
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Wellbutrin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Wellbutrin :
Use Wellbutrin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Wellbutrin comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Wellbutrin refilled.
Take Wellbutrin by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
Several weeks may pass before your symptoms improve. Do not stop taking Wellbutrin without checking with your doctor.
Take your doses at the same times each day at least 6 hours apart unless directed otherwise by your doctor. This may help to decrease the risk of seizures with Wellbutrin.
Continue to take Wellbutrin even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
If you miss a dose of Wellbutrin , skip the missed dose. Go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Wellbutrin.
Important safety information:
Wellbutrin may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Wellbutrin with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Check with your doctor before you drink alcohol or use medicines that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers) while you are taking Wellbutrin ; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.
Wellbutrin may increase your risk of seizures. Your risk may be greater if you also have certain medical conditions, use certain medicines, or if you drink large amounts of alcohol. Talk to your doctor to see if you may have a greater risk of seizures while taking Wellbutrin.
If you already drink alcohol or use sedatives, do not suddenly stop them without first checking with your doctor. Suddenly stopping them may increase your seizure risk.
Do not take decongestants (eg, pseudoephedrine), stimulants, or diet pills while you are taking Wellbutrin without first checking with your doctor. They may increase your risk of seizures.
The risk of seizures may be greater if you take Wellbutrin in high doses or for a long time. Do NOT take more than the recommended dose, change your dose, or use Wellbutrin for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
Children and teenagers who take Wellbutrin may be at increased risk for suicidal thoughts or actions. Adults may also be affected. The risk may be greater in patients who have had suicidal thoughts or actions in the past. The risk may also be greater in patients who have had bipolar
(manic-depressive) illness, or if their family members have had it. Watch
patients who take Wellbutrin closely. Contact the doctor at once if new,
worsened, or sudden symptoms such as depressed mood; anxious, restless, or
irritable behavior; panic attacks; or any unusual change in mood or
behavior occur. Contact the doctor right away if any signs of suicidal
thoughts or actions occur.
If you have trouble sleeping, you may be taking your dose too close to bedtime. Talk with your doctor about changing your dosing schedule.
Wellbutrin contains the same ingredients as Zyban, a medicine used to help stop smoking. Do not take Wellbutrin if you are also taking Zyban. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
Use Wellbutrin with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Wellbutrin should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Wellbutrin while you are pregnant. Wellbutrin is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Wellbutrin.
Possible side effects of Wellbutrin :
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision or other vision changes; chest pain; confusion; changes in sexual desire or ability; delusions; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever or chills; hallucinations; hearing problems; joint
or muscle pain; menstrual changes; new or worsening concentration problems,
panic attacks, aggressiveness, impulsiveness, irritability, hostility,
exaggerated sense of well-being, inability to sit still, or other unusual or
severe mental or mood changes; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin;
seizures; severe headache or dizziness; severe or persistent anxiety,
agitation, restlessness, or trouble sleeping; shortness of breath; suicidal
thoughts or attempts; tremor; unusual swelling; worsening depression.
What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?
Store this and all medications at room temperature, approximately 25ºC (77ºF) away from moisture and heat. Protect from light.
Keep all medications in child-proof containers away from children.
What is the shelf life of the pills?
The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.
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