Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) 300mg

Depression that is severe can affect every single aspect of a person’s life. It can reduce their productivity at work and social relationships. Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) 300 mg is a medicine that is classified as an antidepressant. This medicine can help to balance the chemicals in the brain that make it hard for someone to overcome depression with only counseling.

What is Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) Used for?

Many other forms of treatment should be considered before a patient is given Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) 300 mg. This is a powerful medication that should only be used when other products aren’t getting good results. It is often used for major depression or seasonal affective disorders. Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) is also an effective tool to help people quit smoking. It can also be used to treat ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) and anxiety disorders. When someone can’t stop smoking with all other means, this medicine could help with eliminating those cravings.

Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) Dosing & Administration

Before someone is given Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) 300 mg, they will usually be given the 150 mg dose. This is to make sure their body can handle it well. If it seems to be doing fine after a week or so, the dose may be increased. It should be taken daily as skipping doses allow the symptoms to get worse/return. Don’t stop taking this medicine without the approval of your doctor. Take it with food to reduce the chances of nausea.

Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) Side Effects & Precautions

Never take Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) if you have used any type of MAOI in the last two weeks. Doing so can result in very serious health problems developing. Not everyone is recommended for the use of this medicine. If you consume alcohol daily, you experience seizures, you have an eating disorder then it isn’t right for you The use of this medicine can make those problems worse.

It is very important to understand that thoughts of suicide can develop with the use of Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) 300 mg. Parents and caregivers need to be well aware of this and the signs to watch for when this medicine is taken by youths. Adults can experience such feelings too. They will usually occur during the first few weeks of use or when the dose is increased from 150 mg to 300 mg.

Those with diabetes, liver problems, or kidney problems will need to find out if their doctor believes it is safe for them to take Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) 300 mg or not. It is important to test the liver regularly to make sure the function isn’t being hindered with this medication.

Possible side effects that can happen with the use of Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion) 300 mg include:

• Dry mouth
• Insomnia
• Loss of appetite
• Low libido
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Let your doctor know if any of the following occur:

• Anxiety
• Impulsive behaviors
• Mood changes that aren’t positive
• Panic attacks