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What is Depression?
Everyone knows what it's like to feel sad, down, or "blue" from time to time. But when these feelings continue for two weeks or more and are accompanied by certain other physical and mental symptoms, doctors call this condition major depressive disorder (also known as depression).
Depression is a real medical condition that affects over 14 million people a year in the United States. Depression is thought to be caused by an imbalance of brain chemicals. It can happen on its own, but can also be triggered by a stressful or traumatic event. The good news is that depression can be successfully treated. If you think you may have depression, you should talk to a qualified healthcare professional about your symptoms.
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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).
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Antidepressant Medication Guide and Patient Information for WELLBUTRIN XL |
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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. |
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