Wellbutrin XL and Wellbutrin SR medicines are used in the treatment of patient who is suffering from depression. It is antidepressant medication and is mostly recommended by all the doctors or health care professionals to the patients who have symptoms of depression which includes feeling of sad, aggression, lack of energy and inability to concentrate on certain work. It works by changing the person thinking capabilities in brain. This medicine is also approved by food and drug association (FDA). Wellbutrin SR and Wellbutrin XL medicines can be used for other purposes as well other than those listed above.
AVAILABILITY:-
- Brand 150 mg Wellbutrin SR (ZYBAN):- 60, 90, 120 and 180 Wellbutrin SR tablets.
- Generic 100 mg Wellbutrin SR (ZYBAN):- 90 Wellbutrin SR tablets.
- Generic 150 mg Wellbutrin SR (ZYBAN):- 90, 100, 120, 180 and 200 Wellbutrin SR tablets.
WELLBUTRIN XL (BUPROPION)
- Brand 150 mg Wellbutrin XL (BUPROPION):- 90 and 180 Wellbutrin XL tablets.
- Brand 300 mg Wellbutrin XL (BUPROPION):- 90 and 180 Wellbutrin XL tablets.
Is there any difference between Wellbutrin XL and Wellbutrin SR medicine?
Wellbutrin SR contains Bupropion and as the name suggests SR stands for suspended release or reaction of that medicine lasts for shorter period of time. On the other hand, Wellbutrin XL that also contains Bupropion will last for longer period of time and releases the content at a very steady rate throughout the day as compare to Wellbutrin SR.
I am taking Wellbutrin SR for more than a week now and I have not noticed any change in my condition. Is this normal?
Wellbutrin SR and Wellbutrin XL medicines generally show their full effect after 2-4 weeks. You should continue using the Wellbutrin medicine as directed by your doctor and it will show its results shortly.
What are the possible side effects of Wellbutrin?
Vomiting, unusual tiredness, sweating, confusion, swelling in hands and legs are few common side effects caused by Wellbutrin medicines. It may also result in some serious side effects like increase in breathing rate, changes in blood pressure, pain in chest and severe high fever. That is why it is always recommended to consult your doctor or health care professional regularly while using Wellbutrin.
Is Wellbutrin SR and Wellbutrin XL can be used for nursing women?
Wellbutrin SR and Wellbutrin XL medicines are not recommended for pregnant and nursing women as it may cause some serious side effects to the health of mother and her baby. Wellbutrin drug should not be given without any prescription by doctor or health care professional.
For how long I can use Wellbutrin medicine?
Wellbutrin SR and Wellbutrin XL tablets are used in the long term treatment. Generally, all doctors prescribe this medicine for 3-4 weeks and then slowly increase the duration. This medicine will show its full benefit only when used for longer durations. You should take Wellbutrin SR and Wellbutrin XL medicine as directed by your doctor or health care professional.