Overview

BUPROPION   What is bupropion. Bupropion is a medication that is commonly used to treat depression, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and smoking cessation. It is an atypical antidepressant in that it is not in the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) class. Bupropion works by inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine and dopamine in the brain. These chemicals are used in reward- and emotion-related behavior [1]. In depression, there is an imbalance of these chemicals in the brain.

How it works:

Unknown, may act through dopaminergic or noradrenergic pathways

Dosage Form: Tablet Tablet - 75mg, 100mg, Tablet (SR) - 100mg, 150mg, 200mg , Tablet (Wellbutrin XL) - 150mg, 300mg , Tablet (Aplenzin) - 174mg, 348mg, 522mg , Tablet (Forfivo XL) - 450mg

Common Usage: Major depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder, smoking cessation