If you experience symptoms of depression that tend to occur in a seasonal pattern every year during the fall/winter, you may have Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and should speak to your doctor. To make the most of your doctor's visit, use this guide to help organize your observations about your symptoms. Then bring the complete form to your appointment. The more clearly you can describe your symptoms, the easier it will be for your doctor to make an accurate diagnosis. Your answers may help your doctor decide the treatment option that's right for you.
If you experience any of the seasonal symptoms listed below, you may want to print this page and share it with your doctor.
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Your sleep patterns
Starting in the fall or winter, compared to other seasons:
I sleep more hours each day
Are you keeping up with family and friends?
Starting in the fall or winter, compared to other seasons:
I spend less time with family and friends
I feel withdrawn from my spouse/companion children
I stay away from holiday celebrations
I feel uncomfortable going out of my home
Your mood
Starting in the fall or winter, compared to other seasons:
I don't feel as happy or content
I feel sad
Your eating habits and weight
Starting in the fall or winter, compared to other seasons:
I eat more at meals
I eat more between meals
I eat more starchy/sugary foods or sugary drinks
I tend to gain weight
Your energy level
Starting in the fall or winter, compared to other seasons:
I feel extremely fatigued
I'm too tired for my favorite activities
Important Safety Information About WELLBUTRIN XL
WELLBUTRIN XL is not for everyone. There is a risk of seizure with WELLBUTRIN XL which increases with higher doses. Taking more than 450 mg/day increases the chance of serious side effects. Don't use it if you've had a seizure or eating disorder, or if you abruptly stop using alcohol or sedatives. Don't take with MAOIs, or medicines that contain bupropion. When used with a nicotine patch or alone, there is a risk of increased blood pressure, sometimes severe. To reduce risk of serious side effects, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems. Other side effects may include weight loss, dry mouth, nausea, difficulty sleeping, dizziness, sore throat, constipation, or flatulence.
WELLBUTRIN XL is approved only for adults 18 years and over. In some children, teens, and young adults, antidepressants increase suicidal thoughts or actions. Whether or not you are taking antidepressants, you or your family should call the doctor right away if you have worsening depression, thoughts of suicide, or sudden or severe changes in mood or behavior, especially at the beginning of treatment or after a change in dose (see Medication Guide: Antidepressant Medicines, Depression and Other Serious Mental Illnesses, and Suicidal Thoughts or Actions).
Antidepressant Medication Guide and Patient Information for WELLBUTRIN XL® (bupropion HCl extended-release tablets), is provided in Adobe's Portable Document Format (PDF). To view these documents you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader; if you do not have it, follow the link to download a copy.
Complete Prescribing Information for WELLBUTRIN XL® (bupropion HCl extended-release tablets), is provided in Adobe's Portable Document Format (PDF). To view these documents you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader; if you do not have it, follow the link to download a copy.
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