Each tablet contains the labeled amount of bupropion hydrochloride and the inactive ingredients: 75-mg tablet – D&C Yellow No. WELLBUTRIN is supplied for oral administration as 75-mg (yellow-gold) and 100-mg (red) film-coated tablets. It has a bitter taste and produces the sensation of local anesthesia on the oral mucosa.
Bupropion hydrochloride powder is white, crystalline, and highly soluble in water. It is designated as (±)-1-(3-chlorophenyl)-2-1- propanone hydrochloride. Its structure closely resembles that of diethylpropion it is related to phenylethylamines. WELLBUTRIN (bupropion hydrochloride), an antidepressant of the aminoketone class, is chemically unrelated to tricyclic, tetracyclic, selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor, or other known antidepressant agents. Advise families and caregivers of the need for close observation and communication with the prescriber. In patients of all ages who are started on antidepressant therapy, monitor closely for worsening, and for emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors. These trials did not show an increase in the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior with antidepressant use in subjects over age 24 there was a reduction in risk with antidepressant use in subjects aged 65 and older. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-80Īntidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults in short-term trials. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.Ĭall your doctor for medical advice about side effects. These are not all the possible side effects of Wellbutrin. Tell the doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. The most common side effects of Wellbutrin include: Get medical help right away, if you have any of the symptoms listed above. Wellbutrin may cause serious side effects including: What are the possible side effects of Wellbutrin? Wellbutrin belongs to a class of drugs called Antidepressants, Dopamine Reuptake Inhibitors, Antidepressants, Other, Smoking Cessation Aids. Wellbutrin may be used alone or with other medications.
Wellbutrin is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of major depression and seasonal affective disorder.