Brand name: Wellbutrin XL
Generic name: Bupropion, Bupropion Hydrochloride, Bupropion HCL
Used for: Anti-Depressant medication, treats other mood disorders
Availability: Brand Biovail Wellbutrin XL 150 mg and Wellbutrin XL 300 mg
How Wellbutrin xl Works
Wellbutrin XL is a medication belonging to the family of medications known as anti-depressants. Wellbutrin XL is primarily used for the treatment of major depression and seasonal depression (autum-winter). Wellbutrin XL works by affecting the balance of noradrenaline and dopamine, which are the naturally-occurring chemicals in the brain responsible for affecting moods. Wellbutrin XL helps to restore the balance of these chemicals prohibiting depression. For the treatment of season depression the medication should be started in autumn before the symptoms of depression begin to arise and continued throughout the winter. Always take Wellbutrin XL exactly how it is prescribed to you by your doctor.
Wellbutrin xl Possible side effects
Unfortunately, almost all medications come with unwanted side effects, and Wellbutrin XL is no exception. The following side effects are not experienced by everyone who takes the medication, and are not limited to this list, so be sure to contact your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms while taking Wellbutrin XL . Common side effects are as follows:
• Abdominal Pain
• Abnormal Dreams
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Decrease in appetite
• Dizziness
• Gas
• Headache
• Fast or irregular heart rate
• Muscle pain
• Restlessness
Less common Side Effects:
• Agitation
• Anxiety
• Confusion
• Extreme distrust
• Fainting
• Inability to urinate
• Increased blood pressure
• Signs of liver problems
• Trouble concentrating
Wellbutrin xl Guidelines
Wellbutrin XL should only be taken after thorough evaluation by your family physician. Inform your doctor of all allergies you have, all existing and pre-existing medications, and if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other medications or vitamins you may be taking. Do not take Wellbutrin XL if you are allergic to Bupropion or any of the ingredients in Wellbutrin XL. Do not take Wellbutrin XL unless it is prescribed to you by your doctor. Do not share your Wellbutrin XL, and be sure take the medication exactly how it is prescribed to you.