The drug bupropion belongs to the group of drugs known as antidepressants. It functions by boosting specific types of brain activity.
Uses:
Major depressive disorder (MDD), seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and smoking cessation are all conditions that are treated with the antidepressant drug bupropion. It is believed to function by altering the concentrations of specific molecules in the brain.
Other brands of bupropion may be used for MDD or SAD, whereas the Zyban brand of bupropion is used to aid in quitting smoking.
Bupropion is also occasionally used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and episodes of depression in people with bipolar disorder (manic depressive disorder; a condition that produces episodes of melancholy, episodes of mania, and other aberrant moods) (ADHD; more difficulty focusing, controlling actions, and remaining still or quiet than other people who are the same age). Discuss the potential dangers of using this medicine for your illness with your doctor.
Side effects:
- drowsiness
- anxiety
- excitement
- difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
- dry mouth
- dizziness
- headache
- nausea
- vomiting
- stomach pain
- uncontrollable shaking of a part of the body
- loss of appetite
- weight loss
- constipation
- excessive sweating
- ringing in the ears
- changes in your sense of taste
- frequent urination
- sore throat
Please consult your doctor/physician/specialist before taking any healthcare products. In case of allergic reaction to the medicines/substance, please take immediate medical help.