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Brand Names:
Budeprion SR, Budeprion XL, Bupropion SR, Bupropion XL, Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin SR, Wellbutrin XL, Zyban SR
Generic Name: Bupropion
What is Bupropion?
Bupropion, an antidepressant, is used to treat major depressive disorder and seasonal affective disorder. At least one brand of bupropion (Zyban) is used to help people stop smoking by reducing cravings and other withdrawal effects.
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42 patients in the community are taking or have taken Bupropion.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Depression | 20 | 47% |
| Other | 15 | 35% |
| anxiety,depression,confusion,fallling down | 3 | 7% |
| Treat Parkinson's | 3 | 7% |
| General health | 1 | 2% |
Based on the patients currently taking Bupropion.
How long current patients have been taking Bupropion or how long patients were taking Bupropion before stopping.
Results from 5 patient evaluations. See the overall results and all individual evaluations.
| Major | 33% | 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate | 33% | 1 |
| Can't tell | 33% | 1 |
Other
| Severe | 20% | 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate | 0% | 0 |
| Mild | 40% | 2 |
| None | 40% | 2 |
Top reported side-effects include: mania, Agitation, Insomnia
Summary results are based on 5 individual responses. For more information, see overall results for Adherence, Burden and Cost.