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Bupropion XL 150mg Tablets (24 H)

Common Uses: It is used to treat depression.It is used to prevent seasonal


affective disorder (SAD). It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk
with the doctor.

This drug has an FDA warning

Drugs like this one have raised the chance of suicidal thoughts or actions
in children and young adults. The risk may be greater in people who have
had these thoughts or actions in the past. All people who take this drug
need to be watched closely. Call the doctor right away if signs like
depression, nervousness, restlessness, grouchiness, panic attacks, or
changes in mood or actions are new or worse. Call the doctor right away if
any thoughts or actions of suicide occur.

Instructions for Use

Before Using
WHAT DO I NEED TO TELL MY DOCTOR BEFORE I TAKE THIS DRUG?

TELL YOUR DOCTOR: If you are allergic to this drug; any part of this drug;
or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy
and what signs you had.If you have ever had seizures.If you drink a lot of
alcohol and you stop drinking all of a sudden.If you use certain other drugs
like drugs for seizures or anxiety and you stop using them all of a sudden.If
you have ever had an eating problem like anorexia or bulimia.If you have
any of these health problems: Kidney disease or liver disease.If you have
taken certain drugs for depression or Parkinson's disease in the last 14
days. This includes isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, selegiline,
or rasagiline. Very high blood pressure may happen.If you are taking any of
these drugs: Linezolid or methylene blue.If you are taking another drug
that has the same drug in it.This is not a list of all drugs or health problems
that interact with this drug.Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of
your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health
problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this
drug with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or
change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

How to Use
HOW IS THIS DRUG BEST TAKEN? Use this drug as ordered by your
doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.Do
not take this drug more often than you are told. This may raise the risk of
seizures. Be sure you know how far apart to take your doses.Take in the
morning if taking once a day. Take with or without food.If you are not able
to sleep, do not take this drug too close to bedtime. Talk with your
doctor.Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.Keep taking this drug
as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if
you feel well.If you have trouble swallowing, talk with your doctor

HOW DO I STORE AND/OR THROW OUT THIS DRUG? Store at room


temperature protected from light. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a
bathroom.Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of
children and pets

WHAT DO I DO IF I MISS A DOSE? Skip the missed dose and go back to


your normal time.Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.

Drug Details

Ingredient Name

Bupropion Extended-Release Tablets(byoo PROE pee on)

Brand Name

Aplenzin;Budeprion XL;Forfivo XL; Wellbutrin XL

Drug Manufacturer

LUPIN PHARMACEUTICALS

Side Effects and Cautions

Possible Side Effects


WHAT ARE SOME SIDE EFFECTS THAT I NEED TO CALL MY DOCTOR
ABOUT RIGHT AWAY? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare,
some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when
taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have
any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad
side effect:Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red,
swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing;
tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking;
unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or
throat.Signs of high blood pressure like very bad headache or dizziness,
passing out, or change in eyesight.Feeling confused, not able to focus, or
change in behavior.Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not
there).If seizures are new or worse after starting this drug.Chest pain or
pressure, a fast heartbeat, or an abnormal heartbeat.Swelling.Shortness of
breath.Change in hearing.Ringing in ears.Passing urine more often.
Swollen gland.Trouble moving around.Some people may have a higher
chance of eye problems with this drug. Your doctor may want you to have
an eye exam to see if you have a higher chance of these eye problems. Call
your doctor right away if you have eye pain, change in eyesight, or swelling
or redness in or around the eye.A severe skin reaction (Stevens- Johnson
syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis) may happen. It can cause severe
health problems that may not go away, and sometimes death. Get medical
help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling
skin (with or without fever); red or irritated eyes; or sores in your mouth,
throat, nose, or eyes

WHAT ARE SOME OTHER SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS DRUG? All drugs may
cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have
minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side
effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:Dizziness or
headache.Constipation, diarrhea, stomach pain, upset stomach, throwing
up, or decreased appetite.Shakiness.Feeling nervous and excitable.Strange
or odd dreams.Gas.Dry mouth. Trouble sleeping.Muscle or joint pain.Nose
or throat irritation.Sweating a lot.A change in weight without trying.For
some brands, you may see the tablet shell in your stool. For these brands,
this is normal and not a cause for concern. If you have questions, talk with
your doctor.These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have
questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical
advice about side effects.You may report side effects to the FDA at 1- 800-
332-1088. You may also report side effects at
https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Cautions
For all patients taking this drug:Tell all of your health care providers that
you take this drug. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and
dentists.Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to
be alert or have clear eyesight until you see how this drug affects you.This
drug may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and
lab workers that you take this drug.Do not stop taking this drug all of a
sudden without calling your doctor. You may have a greater risk of side
effects. If you need to stop this drug, you will want to slowly stop it as
ordered by your doctor. High blood pressure has happened with this drug.
Have your blood pressure checked as you have been told by your
doctor.This drug may raise the chance of seizures. The risk may be higher
in people who take higher doses, have certain health problems, or take
certain other drugs. People who suddenly stop drinking a lot of alcohol or
suddenly stop taking certain drugs (like drugs used for anxiety, sleep, or
seizures) may also have a higher risk. Talk to your doctor to see if you have
a greater chance of seizures.Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this
drug.Talk with your doctor before you use marijuana, other forms of
cannabis, or prescription or OTC drugs that may slow your actions.It may
take several weeks to see the full effects.This drug is not approved for use
in children. Talk with the doctor.If you are 65 or older, use this drug with
care. You could have more side effects.Tell your doctor if you are pregnant,
plan on getting pregnant, or are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about
the benefits and risks to you and the baby.If you smoke:Not all products
are approved for use to help stop smoking. Talk with the doctor to make
sure that you have the right product.New or worse mental, mood, or
behavior problems have happened when bupropion has been used to stop
smoking. These problems include thoughts of suicide or murder,
depression, forceful actions, fury, anxiety, and anger. These problems have
happened in people with and without a history of mental or mood
problems. Talk with the doctor.

General Drug Facts


If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become
worse, call your doctor.Do not share your drugs with others and do not
take anyone else's drugs.This drug comes with an extra patient fact sheet
called a Medication Guide. Read it with care. Read it again each time this
drug is refilled. If you have any questions about this drug, please talk with
the doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has
been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right
away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it
happened.

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