In overdoses of the extended-release form, experts recommend an observation period of 24 hours due to the potential for delayed seizure onset. Though agitation and tremor often precede seizures, there are cases of delayed seizures described with no prior symptoms. Cardiovascular effects are uncommon after an overdose. Bupropion abuse is rare, but reports do exist. Bupropion is a frequently prescribed medication by the primary care provider,s nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, and internists.
The most serious adverse effects are lowered seizure threshold and potential worsening of suicidal ideation. Clinicians should perform a mental health assessment of patients at each visit and educate them on what to do if and when a seizure develops. This type of interprofessional collaboration can lead to more successful outcomes with bupropion therapy. Settle EC Jr, Bupropion sustained release: side effect profile. The Journal of clinical psychiatry. Jefferson JW, Bupropion extended-release for depressive disorders.
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General hospital psychiatry. Rothmore J, Antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction. The extended release version of Wellbutrin Wellbutrin XL is usually taken as a single mg pill once in the morning. In clinical trials that assessed Wellbutrin for ADHD, the dosage ranged from mg up to mg daily. This risk is seen in children, teens, and young adults less than 24 years old. Anyone treated with Wellbutrin should be monitored for suicidal thoughts, behavior, and attempted suicide.
You should also call a doctor or seek emergency care if any of the following occurs after taking Wellbutrin:. Wellbutrin can interact with several other drugs. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Wellbutrin if you take any other medications. For more about how antidepressants like Wellbutrin work, read our detailed guide on these medications and their side effects. The most commonly used medications for ADHD are in a class of compounds known as stimulants. These include:.
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Untreated MDD has risks to the fetus, as well as the mother. It is important to discuss the risks and benefits of treatment with your doctor and caregivers. Bupropion has also been evaluated for smoking cessation during pregnancy and is recommended only after other therapies have failed. Bupropion hydrochloride is available in 3 different forms: immediate release IR , sustained release SR , and extended release XL.
Bupropion IR is usually taken 2 or 3 times per day with hours between doses. The dose usually ranges from mg twice daily to mg three times daily, with the last dose taken mid-afternoon. Bupropion SR is usually taken twice daily in the morning and mid-afternoon. The dose usually ranges from mg twice daily up to mg twice daily. The dose ranges from mg to mg.
While there are dose ranges for each form, your health care provider will determine the form and dose that is right for you based on your response. The dose may be increased to mg once daily. The dose for smoking cessation is bupropion SR mg once daily for 3 days and then twice daily for 7 to 12 weeks. You should not take more than one product that contains bupropion, including the products that are used to quit smoking.
Do not take more than your prescribed dose since higher doses may increase your risk of having a seizure. Since quickly increasing the dose of bupropion can cause seizures in some people, your doctor will slowly increase your dose.
You can take bupropion on an empty stomach or with food. The SR and XL forms should be swallowed whole — not chewed, crushed, or broken — so that the medication can work correctly in your body and to reduce the risk of serious side effects.
The tablet shell from the SR and XL forms may appear in your feces. Consider using a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication. You may also ask a family member or friend to remind you or check in with you to be sure you are taking your medication. For bupropion IR or SR, if you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
Take the remaining doses for the day at evenly spaced times at least 4 hours apart. DO NOT take 2 doses at once. You should not take more than your prescribed dose and doing so may increase your risk of having a seizure.
For bupropion XL, do not take an extra tablet to make up for the dose you forgot. Wait and take your next dose at your regular time the next day. Avoid drinking alcohol or using illegal drugs while you are taking bupropion because the beneficial effects of the medication may be decreased and the risk of seizures may be increased. If you are dependent on drugs or alcohol and would like to stop, consult your healthcare provider for help. Abruptly stopping these substances can result in a seizure, especially when taking bupropion.
If an overdose occurs, call your doctor or You may need urgent medical care. You may also contact the poison control center at Headache, weight loss, dry mouth, trouble sleeping insomnia , nausea, dizziness, constipation, fast heartbeat, and sore throat. These will often improve over the first week or two as you continue to take the medication.
Unlike many antidepressants, bupropion does not commonly cause sexual side effects and may be selected as an alternative treatment when antidepressant-induced sexual side effects are problematic. Sexual side effects include such problems as difficulty achieving orgasm or ejaculatory delay. In general the risk of seizures due to bupropion is low. The risk of having a seizure increases with higher than recommended doses of bupropion, a history of seizures or head injury, tumor in the brain, severe liver disease, an eating disorder, alcohol or drug dependence, or taking other drugs that can also increase your risk of having a seizure.
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