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Compare BUPROPION (bupropion) and BUPROPION HCL ER (Bupropion HCL ER (XL)) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
bupropion, Wellbutrin, Zyban · Atypical Antidepressant (NDRI)
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action of bupropion is unknown, as is the case with other antidepressants. However, it is presumed that this action is mediated by noradre...
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Bupropion HCL ER (XL) · Atypical Antidepressant (NDRI)
How it works
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Based on 23 Reddit discussions
BUPROPION
54%
positive
13 threads
BUPROPION HCL ER
20%
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10 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
13 Reddit threads analysed for BUPROPION
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
69 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
As I get older, I’m starting to become more aware of the telltale signs that my depression symptoms are getting worse. I’ve noticed that one very specific symptom is that I feel nostalgic about so many things. In a melancholy way, not a fun way. I think it’s my brain’s way of trying to comfort me by
I obviously am not cured but it’s easily my favorite one I’ve been on. I want to know if y’all have ever started a med and were just blown away!! For me, it’s Bupropion (Wellbutrin XL). It helped reduce my depression smoking and my lack of motivation. I’ve genuinely never been happier. ETA: It’s bee
I have been a reader of this sub-reddit for some time now, but it is time for me to post. I am a first generation Asian-American and I have severe depression. I am taking bupropion sr1 at 50mg. The meds work for the most part to the extent that I can function, but at times I feel a huge surge of
So as the title suggests, ive recently come out of a huge stent of depression, about 10 years worth. Because of how long ive been depressed, most of my entire personality was taken over by it. I became withddrawn, self defeating, gave up my activities and hobbies years ago because they were no long
I have been so exhausted lately that I am on the verge of dizziness some days. I get about eight hours of sleep, so I should be well rested enough, but I wake up barely able to get out of bed. It's also really cold right now, which is sapping a lot of what little energy I have left. I am trying not
After four years on a low dose of bupropion XL (100 mg) , I decided to stop taking it. My pharmacist told me to taper off slowly, so for the first 2.5 weeks I took it every 2nd day, and for the next 2.5 weeks I took it every 3rd day. The tapering process went smoothly, so I figured it was safe to st
I’ve been depressed and anxious since I was 10 (turning 22 this year..) and it almost feels like every year, I just lose a piece of myself. Every year, I lose more energy and more hope. I struggle with so much self doubt and self hatred. I wouldn’t kill myself but I often think of how great it would
I'm only 4 foot 10, and gained about 15 pounds in 4 months on mirtazapine. That is something like the equivalent of 6 or 8 dress sizes. I need to stay on the drug because of the severity of my depression and sleep dysfunction, with long covid. Over the course of 2 months I've lost 9 of those pounds,
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10 Reddit threads analysed for BUPROPION HCL ER
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
200 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
Good afternoon everyone, My daughter is a 17 year old female. Height is 5’3 and weight is 150 lbs. Takes bupropion XL 150 mg daily for mood. No other health concerns and no surgical history. I recently found out that my daughter found an online medspa and lied on their forms to suggest that she is o
Age: 25 Sex: Female Height: 5’3 Weight: 230lbs Duration of complaint: 2 days Location: New Orleans Any existing relevant medical issues - depression and anxiety Current medications - bupropion and sertraline Should I take my wife to the urgent care? Hello. My spouse starting experiencing what I th
Male 21, lives in the USA 223 lbs, 6'2" Medication: Adderall 20mg Wellbutrin xl 300mg Buspirone Hcl 20mg Etc: Marijuana Melatonin 5mg I want to point I started on adderall again yesterday after taking a tolerance break for 3 days. I usually do this one a month to avoid having a tolerance. Drivin
Hi I'm a 21 y/o Caucasian female. 125 lbs at 5'3". no drug use but former polyaddict, quit nicotine in 2022. I'm on dextroamphetamine ir 10mg BID and hydroxyzine hcl 5mg 1-2prn for sleep. diagnosed conditions: severe combined type ADHD, chronic rhinitis, anxiety disorder, secondary amenorrhea, vit d
**Background** I was a pretty normal guy until shortly after my 3rd year in college hit (2016). In that year, I soon noticed myself becoming apathetic to stuff everyone cared about like the popular movies or hanging out with friends/family. At the time I thought it was a phase, but that apathy kept
Age: 28 Sex: F Height: 5’4 Weight: 120lbs Race: White Duration of complaint: 3 times in ~2 weeks Current medications: Quetapine(Wellbutrin), Bupropion(Seroquel), Atomoxetine(Strattera) Last night, I went to the ER after having a third episode in a roughly 2 week period. During this episode, it star
My insomnia and curiosity got the best of me. I can't think of any other non-birth controls that have so many branded generics. There's no rhyme or reason to them at all, at least with bupropion you see SR/XL in the brand and all generics' names, no dicking around with a bunch of extended-release ac
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
Both BUPROPION and BUPROPION HCL ER belong to the Atypical Antidepressant (NDRI) class. While they share a similar mechanism of action, differences in pharmacokinetics, dosing, and side effect profiles may make one more suitable than the other for individual patients.
BUPROPION carries 4 FDA warnings. BUPROPION HCL ER carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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