Budeprion (Bupropion) a Medical Guide to Budeprion Uses, Intake & Budeprion Side Effects
Budeprion (Bupropion Hydrochloride) is a prescription medication used for the treatment of depression and seasonal affect disorders. The generic name of Budeprion is bupropion. The other brand names for bupropion are Budeprion XL, Aplenzin, Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin SR, Wellbutrin XL, and Zyban.
Uses:
- It is an antidepressant medication that affects the norepinephrine and dopamine levels of the brain, otherwise known as the chemicals of the brain.
Other uses:
- Budeprion (Bupropion Hydrochloride) is also used by people who want to stop their smoking habits. The medication works by reducing cravings for cigarettes.
Budeprion Side Effects:
Side effects that are less serious include:
- Migraine
- Insomnia
- Nausea, dry mouth and constipation
- Tremors
- Weight changes
- Increased sweating
- Low sex drive
- Headache
- Loss of appetite
More Serious Side Effects:
Seizures, fever, intense pain of the joints, excessive itching, confusion and hallucinations, breathing problems, Swelling of the face, vision problems, irregular heartbeat, excessive weakness, sudden mood changes, and blistering are just some of the conditions considered serious side effects and should be reported immediately to your physician.
Withdrawals:
Planning to withdraw on this medication requires help from your physician. To be sure about your withdrawal process, consult your doctor first and follow what he or she has to say.
Dosage/ How to Take the Medicine:
- The dosage is entirely dependent on your age, your condition and other medications you are taking. The drug should be taken whole not crushed, chewed or cut in half. It can be taken with or without food. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors first before taking this medication.
What to avoid that may result to interactions:
- Intake of monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) drugs
- Alcohol
- Any bupropion medication
- Amantadine
- Carbamazepine
- Phenytoion
- LineZolid
- Orphennadrine
- Cimetidine
- Efavirenz
Warnings:
These are conditions that your doctor must be aware of should you decide to take this medication. Tell your doctor if you suffer from, or have:-
- Tourette syndrome
- Seizure
- Psychosis or bipolar disorder
- Bulimia or Anorexia
- Diabetes or high blood sugar
- Brain tumor or head injury
- Irregular heart beat
- Heart disease or heart attach
- Suicidal thoughts
- High blood pressure
Also, pregnant mothers who plan on using this drug must talk to their doctors first. Bupropion is FDA category C pregnancy rated. It is not known whether this drug will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if pregnant or plan to be pregnant during treatment. This medication passes into breast milk, and therefore could harm your nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you're breast feeding.
Budeprion (Bupropion Hydrochloride) should always be taken with prescription. It should not be taken longer or shorter as what your physician has prescribed. People who suffer from eating disorders, those who have abruptly stopped the use of sedatives and alcohol and people who are using any second form of bupropion should not use this drug. In addition, the medication should be stored away from direct heat and moisture to preserve its efficiency.