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Wellbutrin is an anti-depressant
Wellbutrin (bupropion) is an antidepressant. Although it has almost the same chemical makeup of stimulants, it doesn't have the same effect
Like most antidepressants, it is an norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI), which is supposed to regulate the amount of dopamine and norepinephrine (the stuff that makes you happy) absorbed by your brain. And because of its chemical makeup, it can even reduce your threshold for seizures, so if you are epileptic, you doctor might prescribe something to counteract that effect.
Most people don't even start actively absorbing antidepressants until the 2nd or 3rd week of use. Doctors will most likely start you off at 150mg and raise it to 300mg, with the cap at 450mg if they think you need it. Tell them about any side effects you are having.
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∙ 15y agoWellbutrin is prescribed as an anti-depressant most commonly. It is also used occasionally for treatment of anxiety and ADHD.
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Is Wellbutrin prescribed for Bipolar disorders?
I have rapid-cycling bipolar disorder and have been prescribed Wellbutrin, along with a mood stabilizer.
Can you take Wellbutrin XL and pozac together?
Yes. If prescribed by your doctor.
Is Wellbutrin used for menopause?
Wellbutrin is the brand name for the drug bupropion. Wellbutrin is a medication used to treat depression. Depression and mood swings are sometimes part of menopause symptoms. If menopause is accompanied by depression, Wellbutrin might be prescribed.
Is it ok to take Wellbutrin and Effexor?
If the doctor prescribed it and you are getting ongoing medical checkups.
Is 30 mg of buspar and 300 mg of Wellbutrin too much to take together?
No it is not because I take 45mg of buspar and 300mg of wellbutrin and that is doctor prescribed
Will taking Wellbutrin and Xanax together hurt you?
Tmoxicillin slows down the metabolism rate of wellbutrin. That means that after a while of taking both of them, there becomes a buildup of wellbutrin in your system and this can cause problems or in my case a seizure on the 10th day of taking them both. Bad idea.
Can I just take Wellbutrin as needed?
No, wellbutrin needs to be taken in the way your doctor prescribed it to you. Most likely you were told to take it in the morning everyday. Wellbutrin needs to build up in your system and taking it everyday maintains an effective level.
Bupropion hcl 150mg --treats what?
Bupropion is as labeled Wellbutrin or Zyban. Wellbutrin is for depression. Zyban is a smoking cessation. They are the same drug just prescribed for two different ailments.
What if you double dose Wellbutrin 150?
That is what my doctor prescribed for me. But, I am allowed to take them 6 hours apart. I am fine:)
Welbuteral is it an prescribed medicine?
Welbuteral is not a known medication. The best results I've come up with are for either Wellbutrin, which is a prescribed antidepressant which is also used as an quit smoking aid, and Albuterol, which is a prescribed steroidal asthma inhaler. Both are prescription only.
Is it okay to take wellburtin in am and kloniopin in am?
1. Why aren't you asking your doctor this question? 2. According to the doctor who prescribed Wellbutrin and Klonopin to me, yes, it is OK.
Is it safe to mix Wellbutrin and Ritalin Also can Ritalin help with depression?
**WELLBUTRIN & RITALIN***RITILIN is a brand name for METHYLPHENIDATE, [other brands: CONCERTA & METADATE] which is a stimulant generally prescribed for ADHD, SLEEP DISORDERS, SOCIAL DISORDERS & MILD DEPRESSION. WELLBUTRIN is generally prescribed for DEPRESSION, and also for quitting smoking (then it's called ZYBAN), which is the same drug as WELLBUTRIN [generic name BUPROPION. ] I would consult my physician and/or pharmacist before combing the two. Consult a doctor before you make any changes to your medication. Asking for medical advice from random unqualified people on the internet regarding possible life threatening drug combinations is much like playing Russian roulette. Seek a professional.---edit by another user---As a person who is prescribed both Ritalin and Wellbutrin by a psychiatrist, I can say, in general (but not as a doctor, cause I'm not one), it is ok to mix them. Often people with ADD have co-morbidities, such as depression, and Wellbutrin has been shown to mix well with other drugs because of it's unique (and not very well understood) mechanism. Wellbutrin is also often prescribed alongside Prozac. Just be careful with this mix. Wellbutrin's major side effect is lowering of the seizure threshold. A LOT of other prescription drugs also lower seizure threshold (such as Ritalin). A doctor would be able to clear you and tell you if you have a low seizure threshold and if it's safe. If you aren't going to a doctor, all I can say is that people are routinely prescribed this combo.
