Learn About Bupropion (Wellbutrin)
Precautions
Take precautions with this medication. If you have epilepsy or another condition that triggers seizures, this one's not safe for you! Ladies, talk to your doctor about your medical history. Eating disorders make this medication an iffy one. It's likely not going to be the right choice! If you've stopped meds for seizures or sedatives suddenly in the past? Ladies, you need to tell your doctor. Bupropion isn't the best choice if that applies to you. Another big precaution, ladies, is to only take this med for one condition at a time. It's not good to help you quit smoking and treat depression at the same time. Take it slow!
Other pieces of your medical history that connect with this med include if you have had seizures, brain tumors, high blood pressure, or diabetes. Head injuries, kidney disease, and heart disease matter too! Ladies, talk about any liver issues you have had. And if you're pregnant, or want to be? Discuss that with your doctor! If you have to take this med, you'll need to be monitored very closely. Don't crush or chew the extended-release tablets. Take them whole! Under eighteen? This med's not appropriate. Of course, you need to stop this one gradually. Your doctor will help you stop it safely! Keep an eye on your blood pressure and remember, this med can cause a false-positive result on a drug test. Tell the staff you take this med before a test!
Medication Interactions
Medication interactions with bupropion are important to consider. Ladies, make a list of the meds you take. Share it with your doctor and pharmacist! There are over 400 interactions to think about, including 200 major ones! Ladies, exercise extreme caution if you have to take this med along with epilepsy meds. Some of them will reduce bupropion's effectiveness! You'll need an alternative if you're stopping these meds as well. Your doctor will recommend one! Ritonavir has a big interaction with this one too. This HIV med reduces the concentration of bupropion by 66 percent! Want to avoid serious side effects? Wait 14 days after stopping MAOIs before taking this med.