Wellbutrin SR - 75, 100 & 150, 200MG

Drug Name: WELLBUTRIN

IMPORTANT WELLBUTRIN NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO INDICATE THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR YOU. CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING WELLBUTRIN.

BUPROPION - ORAL (byou-PRO-pee-on)

COMMON WELLBUTRIN BRAND NAME(S):
Wellbutrin

WELLBUTRIN USES:
Wellbutrin is used to treat depression.

HOW TO USE WELLBUTRIN:
Wellbutrin may be taken with food if stomach upset occurs. Take Wellbutrin doses at regularly scheduled times each day. Do not take more or less Wellbutrin medication than prescribed and follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Taking more Wellbutrin than the recommended dose of bupropion will increase your risk of having a seizure. Do not stop taking Wellbutrin without notifying your doctor. Since Wellbutrin may cause sleeplessness at first, Wellbutrin is best not to take this near bedtime. Wellbutrin may take 4 weeks or more before the full effects of Wellbutrin are noticed.

WELLBUTRIN SIDE EFFECTS:
Wellbutrin is generally well tolerated. Dry mouth, headache, increased sweating, nausea/vomiting, constipation, anxiety, fatigue and blurred vision may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Report promptly: unusual weight loss or gain, palpitations, agitation, trouble sleeping. Unlikely but report promptly: tremor, dizziness, fainting, mood changes, slowed movements, difficulty urinating, decreased sex drive, drowsiness. Very unlikely but report promptly: seizures, mental problems, fever, muscle aches, yellowing of the eyes or skin. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Wellbutrin, seek medical attention immediately. Wellbutrin symptoms may include trouble breathing, rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice other effects from Wellbutrin not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

WELLBUTRIN PRECAUTIONS:
Before taking Wellbutrin (bupropion), tell your doctor if you have: history of seizures or head injury or brain tumor, heart disease, liver or kidney disease, eating disorder, diabetes, alcohol dependence, any allergies, the intent to quit smoking. Because of the possibility Wellbutrin will make you dizzy and affect coordination, do not drive or operate machinery until you get used to Wellbutrin's effects. Limit or avoid consumption of alcoholic beverages while taking Wellbutrin; alcohol can increase your risk of seizures. Chronic alcohol users who suddenly stop the intake of alcohol while taking Wellbutrin (bupropion) may increase the risk of having seizures. Suddenly stopping certain tranquilizers (e.g., diazepam, chlordiazepoxide) is not recommended because doing so may increase the risk of having seizures. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to the effects of Wellbutrin. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant before taking Wellbutrin. Wellbutrin passes into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using Wellbutrin is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding if considering using Wellbutrin.

WELLBUTRIN DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Before taking Wellbutrin (bupropion) tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medications you may use especially: MAO inhibitors (e.g., isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, pargyline, selegiline, linezolid, furazolidone), levodopa, ritonavir, corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone), sedatives, adrenaline-like stimulants (e.g., ephedrine), products containing nicotine (e.g., patches or gum). Also report use of drugs which might increase seizure risk (decrease seizure threshold) such as: phenothiazines (e.g., chlorpromazine), tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline), isoniazid (INH), theophylline. Excess caffeine intake can increase the chance of seizures with Wellbutrin. Check all nonprescription/prescription drug labels for caffeine. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. A certain product used to help quit smoking contains Wellbutrin (bupropion). Do not take that product while using this one. Do not start or stop Wellbutrin or any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

WELLBUTRIN OVERDOSE:
If Wellbutrin overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of Wellbutrin overdose may include seizures, hallucinations, rapid heart rate, and loss of consciousness.

WELLBUTRIN NOTES:
Do not allow anyone else to take Wellbutrin.

MISSED WELLBUTRIN DOSE:
Take any missed Wellbutrin dose as soon as possible but not if it is within 4 hours of the next Wellbutrin dose. If it is time for the next Wellbutrin dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not "double-up" the Wellbutrin dose.

WELLBUTRIN STORAGE:
Store Wellbutrin at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store Wellbutrin in a moist bathroom. Keep Wellbutrin and all medications out of the reach of children.