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Bupropion

Bupropion is an antidepressant. It works by increasing the activity of dopamine and norepinephrine. It comes in both immediate-release and extended-release forms. It is used in the treatment of depression, for quitting smoking, seasonal affective disorder, etc. It is contraindicated in patients with a seizure disorder, alcohol intake, and patients on monoamine oxidase inhibitor. Side effects are constipation, confusion, headache, nausea, seizure, dizziness, sweating, rash, fast heartbeat, etc.

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I want to know if Wellbutrin will help my ADHD. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am currently taking Wellbutrin for ADHD and I feel like it is not helping me as much. I am feeling depressed. What to do? Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Vipul Chelabhai Prajapati

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I suggest you continue taking Wellbutrin (Bupropion). I suggest you start taking Sertraline. Initially, with Sertraline, anxiety may occur but you need to stick to Sertraline for better results. Start physical exercise on a daily basis. Av...  Read Full »

I am having trouble maintaining an erection. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I got married last month. I am not able to maintain a strong erection that is needed for penetration. And, my libido is also low nowadays.  Read Full »


Dr. Ashok Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. I request you to provide following information so the diagnosis can be made and suitable remedy can be offered. Have you experienced the same issues while masturbating or doing sex in the past? How did the problem start...  Read Full »

Is it fine to take Cardarine while on Nardil?

Query: Hello doctor, I am currently on 90 mg of Nardil (Phenelzine), which has proven to be a miracle drug for me. I have found over the years that many drugs you are supposed to avoid while on MAOIs are really acceptable. For instance, in order to counteract the daytime sleepiness side effect, I am actu...  Read Full »


Dr. Qureshi, Danish Shaikh

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Yes, you are right. Bupropion is contraindicated with MAO inhibitors (monoamine oxidase inhibitors) as it may cause seizures. Daytime sleepiness is very hard to avoid, but you may try some natural stimulants like green tea and if needed you c...  Read Full »

I suffer from anxiety. What medication can help?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a male who was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and social anxiety, eight years back. Initially, I was prescribed Paxil 20 mg, which helped treat my anxiety and depression but I started having side effects of weight gain, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. When I st...  Read Full »


Dr. Manjunadh M

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Paroxetine acts on multiple receptors, and it is known for its withdrawal effects of weight gain due to its antihistaminic and anticholinergic action. SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) can cause significant sexual dysfunction. Usually, Bupropion along with SS...  Read Full »

Will taking two doses of Wellbutrin 150 mg potentially make up 300 mg?

Query: Hello doctor, I am currently on Wellbutrin XL 150 mg per I am going to put up to 300 mg before I do so. Our pharmacy is currently out of 300 mg. They do have a generic brand which I do not like. In cases such as this, is it fine to take 2 doses of the 150 mg to make up the 300 mg? Or is that not po...  Read Full »


Dr. Suresh Kumar G D

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Wellbutrin XL ( Bupropion XL) can be increased to 300 mg XL once daily in the morning after you have been taking Wellbutrin XL for at least four days. The dose has to be increased gradually to minimize the risk of side effects like seizures. If Wellbutrin XL 300 mg ...  Read Full »

My dad smokes bidi daily and is exhibiting changed behavior patterns. How do I help him to quit smoking?

Query: Hello doctor, My dad is a daily smoker, smoking about one bundle of bidis daily. How can I help him in quitting his habit? His behavior has changed recently. Should I be worried?   Read Full »


Dr. Shinas Hussain A. P

Answer: Hello, Thank you for choosing icliniq for your healthcare needs. My goal is to make sure your visit goes as smoothly and pleasantly as possible. Smoking cessation is challenging. I suggest the following measures for smoking cessation. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with them, and take th...  Read Full »

When can we add Celexa for a patient with depression?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a psychiatrist. I would like to switch a patient from 300 mg Effexor to Celexa. I know how to taper the Effexor. But, when can I add in Celexa? I have tried Cipralex, Prozac, Effexor and Abilify, but the depression is not responding. All the routine laboratory tests are normal.  Read Full »


Dr. Padmapriya Chandran

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You seem to be dealing with a patient with treatment-resistant depression. What is the thyroid status of the patient? Since you have tried SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) and the patient seems to be a non-responder to these, I feel that Celexa (Citalopram...  Read Full »

I laugh for long periods without reason. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I was prescribed Fluvoxamine 100 mg a day for my ego-dystonic homosexuality, major depression and OCD. Also, I am on Oxcarbazepine 300 mg twice a day for my laugh without any reason continuously for a long period of time. Now, I started using Buspirone 5 mg for sexual side effects. I did ...  Read Full »


Dr. Sathya Prakash

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. No medicine or counseling can alter sexual orientation. Be absolutely clear about this. Any attempt to change orientation by a doctor is considered unethical by professional organizations including the Indian Psychiatric Society, American Psychiatric Association and World...  Read Full »

Is combining Tadalafil and Bupropion for conception safe?

Query: Hello doctor, I am currently taking Tadalafil as we are trying to conceive a child. I used to take Sildenafil Citrate but switched to Tadalafil a few months back. There are certain days when besides taking Tadalafil or Sildenafil I am unable to maintain an erection. This could be either due to low ...  Read Full »


Dr. D. V. R. Poosha

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First, I would like to know the frequency of intercourse and the days on which you are trying for pregnancy. I mean, do you have sex every day during those days? Once every other day?  Read Full »

Why did I develop right lower abdominal pain after taking antibiotics?

Query: Hi doctor, I am taking some antibiotics (Clindamycin) for dental related issues as well as Acetaminophen. I also tried Ibuprofen and Wellbutrin for unrelated reasons. My bottom right abdomen area is hurting on and off. The pain is also near the liver area and going down to the gut. The pain is not s...  Read Full »


Dr. Deepak Patel

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concerns. The cause of vague pain in the lower right abdomencould be due to cholecystitis, cholelithiasis, renal stone, muscular pain, or side effect of some drug. Of the drugs you are taking, Wellbutrin - Bupropion has a known side effect of abdo...  Read Full »

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