While Wellbutrin is the most popular brand name for bupropion, this page focuses on bupropion. Bupropion is a drug that treats depression and can be used to help quit smoking.
Disclaimer
The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking Wellbutrin (Bupropion).
Why doesn't my generic Wellbutrin antidepressant work as well as the name brand product?(3 Answers)
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While it's true that they have the same active ingredients, and differ (theoretically) only in the "filler", in practice this is a little more complicated than it ...
Who makes Bupropion?(0 Answers)
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What are the side effects of Bupropion?(0 Answers)
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References
Fast Facts
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Generic
Bupropion
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Fact:
Trademark owned by GlaxoSmithKline
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Brand names
Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin SR, Wellbutrin XL, and Zyban
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International nonproprietary name
Amfebutamone
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Most common uses
quit smoking, depression
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Fact:
Low risk for weight gain and negative sexual side effects
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Fact:
Low abuse potential
