Wellbutrin Sr
Smoke, Reducing diet, Seasonal Affective Disorder + 5 more
Treatment
4 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Wellbutrin Sr
Treatment for
Smoke
What is Wellbutrin Sr
Bupropion
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Bupropion (known as Wellbutrin®) is a drug that helps to balance the levels of norepinephrine and dopamine in the brain. It is usually prescribed to treat depression, seasonal affective disorder, and to help people quit smoking. Bupropion is different from other antidepressants because it does not affect serotonin, which can lead to fewer side effects. It also has similar effectiveness to other drugs for treating depression, but it is less likely to cause sexual side effects, sleepiness, or weight gain. Bupropion is sometimes used with naltrexone in the brand name drug Contrave® to help
Wellbutrin
is the brand name
Wellbutrin Sr Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Wellbutrin
Bupropion
1986
741
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Bupropion, also known as Wellbutrin, is approved by the FDA for 4 uses which include Smoke and Smoking Cessation .
Smoke
Smoking Cessation
Depression
Obesity
Used to treat Obesity in combination with Naltrexone
Effectiveness
How Wellbutrin Sr Affects Patients
Bupropion is a drug used to treat depression and is not related to other antidepressant drugs. It works by blocking serotonin type 3A receptors, and increasing the effects of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain. It can also act as a stimulant and has some potential for abuse. People with seizure disorders should not take bupropion as it can lower the seizure threshold. It can also increase blood pressure, but clinical trials have not shown it increases the risk of stroke or heart attack.
How Wellbutrin Sr works in the body
Bupropion is a medication used to treat depression and aid in smoking cessation. It does this by blocking the uptake of neurotransmitters in the brain, such as norepinephrine and dopamine. Unlike other medications for depression, it has fewer side effects such as weight gain, sedation, and sexual dysfunction. When used to help stop smoking, bupropion works by blocking nicotine's effects on the body and creating effects similar to nicotine. When combined with naltrexone in the drug Contrave, it can help with weight management by reducing appetite and increasing energy expenditure.
When to interrupt dosage
The measure of Wellbutrin Sr is contingent upon the identified affliction, including Depressive Bipolar Disorder, Depression and Disease. The dosage can differ, depending on the delivery technique (e.g. Tablet, extended release or Tablet, film coated, extended release) featured in the accompanying table.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Obesity
, 174.0 mg, 348.0 mg, 522.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 450.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 8.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated - Occlusive dressing technique, Kit
Reducing diet
, 174.0 mg, 348.0 mg, 522.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 450.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 8.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated - Occlusive dressing technique, Kit
Seasonal Affective Disorder
, 174.0 mg, 348.0 mg, 522.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 450.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 8.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated - Occlusive dressing technique, Kit
Mood Disorders
, 174.0 mg, 348.0 mg, 522.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 450.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 8.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated - Occlusive dressing technique, Kit
Smoking Cessation
, 174.0 mg, 348.0 mg, 522.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 450.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 8.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated - Occlusive dressing technique, Kit
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
, 174.0 mg, 348.0 mg, 522.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 450.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 8.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated - Occlusive dressing technique, Kit
Smoke
, 174.0 mg, 348.0 mg, 522.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 450.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 8.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated - Occlusive dressing technique, Kit
Depression
, 174.0 mg, 348.0 mg, 522.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 75.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 450.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 8.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet - Occlusive dressing technique, Tablet, film coated - Occlusive dressing technique, Kit
Warnings
Wellbutrin Sr Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Bulimia Nervosa
Do Not Combine
ethanol
Do Not Combine
Hypertensive disease
Do Not Combine
Anorexia Nervosa
Do Not Combine
abrupt cessation of barbiturates
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Epilepsy
Do Not Combine
abrupt cessation of antiepileptic drugs
Do Not Combine
Benzodiazepines
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Anorexia Nervosa
Do Not Combine
Anorexia Nervosa
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Wellbutrin Sr.
Common Wellbutrin Sr Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
4-Methoxyamphetamine
Major
The metabolism of 4-Methoxyamphetamine can be decreased when combined with Bupropion.
5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine
Major
The metabolism of 5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine can be decreased when combined with Bupropion.
Acebutolol
Major
The metabolism of Acebutolol can be decreased when combined with Bupropion.
Acetaminophen
Major
The metabolism of Acetaminophen can be decreased when combined with Bupropion.
Almotriptan
Major
The metabolism of Almotriptan can be decreased when combined with Bupropion.
Wellbutrin Sr Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Overdosing on a medication can lead to seizures, hallucinations, passing out, an abnormally fast heart rate, and cardiac arrest.
Wellbutrin Sr Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Wellbutrin Sr?
490 active studies are investigating the potential of Wellbutrin Sr to manage Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression and Smoking Cessation.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Smoking Cessation
104 Actively Recruiting
Early Phase 1, Phase 4, Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 2, Phase 1
Depression
213 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 1, Early Phase 1
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
63 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2
Obesity
45 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 3, Phase 1
Mood Disorders
16 Actively Recruiting
Early Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 4, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 3
Seasonal Affective Disorder
0 Actively Recruiting
Smoke
0 Actively Recruiting
Reducing diet
0 Actively Recruiting
Wellbutrin Sr Reviews: What are patients saying about Wellbutrin Sr?
5
Patient Review
8/11/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Major Depressive Disorder
5
Patient Review
11/21/2017
Wellbutrin Sr for Stop Smoking
5
Patient Review
10/17/2022
Wellbutrin Sr for Depression
5
Patient Review
8/3/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Major Depressive Disorder
5
Patient Review
8/11/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Major Depressive Disorder
5
Patient Review
8/3/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Major Depressive Disorder
5
Patient Review
11/21/2017
Wellbutrin Sr for Stop Smoking
5
Patient Review
10/17/2022
Wellbutrin Sr for Depression
5
Patient Review
8/14/2017
Wellbutrin Sr for Major Depressive Disorder
5
Patient Review
9/26/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Stop Smoking
5
Patient Review
8/14/2017
Wellbutrin Sr for Major Depressive Disorder
5
Patient Review
9/26/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Stop Smoking
4.3
Patient Review
4/21/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Depression
4.3
Patient Review
4/21/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Depression
3.7
Patient Review
3/6/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Major Depressive Disorder
3.7
Patient Review
3/6/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Major Depressive Disorder
3.3
Patient Review
11/9/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Depression
3.3
Patient Review
11/9/2016
Wellbutrin Sr for Depression
2.3
Patient Review
5/31/2017
Wellbutrin Sr for Anxiousness associated with Depression
2.3
Patient Review
5/31/2017
Wellbutrin Sr for Anxiousness associated with Depression
1.7
Patient Review
4/4/2022
Wellbutrin Sr for Depression
1.7
Patient Review
4/4/2022
Wellbutrin Sr for Depression
1
Patient Review
10/18/2017
Wellbutrin Sr for Major Depressive Disorder
1
Patient Review
10/18/2017
Wellbutrin Sr for Major Depressive Disorder
Patient Q&A Section about wellbutrin sr
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
How long does it take for Wellbutrin SR to kick in?
"Within the first 1-2 weeks of taking the medication, you may see some improvement in your sleep, energy, or appetite. This improvement in physical symptoms can be a good sign that the medication is working. It may take 6-8 weeks for your mood and interest in activities to improve."
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What is the difference between Wellbutrin and Wellbutrin SR?
"The wellbutrin XL is an extended release tablet that is released more slowly than the Wellbutrin SR tablet. The SR tablet is only used for major depressive disorder (MDD), whereas the XL can be used for both MDD and seasonal affective disorder (SAD)."
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What does SR mean in Wellbutrin?
"Wellbutrin SR is the sustained-release version of the medication, whereas Wellbutrin XL is the extended-release version."
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How does Wellbutrin SR make you feel?
"Some of the most commonly reported side effects associated with taking WELLBUTRIN SR 400mg per day include abdominal pain, agitation, anxiety, dizziness, dry mouth, insomnia, myalgia, nausea, palpitation, pharyngitis, sweating, tinnitus, and urinary frequency."
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