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How to Take Bupropion and it's Dose


It comes as a tablet and a sustained-release or extended-release (long-acting) tablet to take by mouth, without meals.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Oral- Smoking cessation- Adult: Modified-release preparation: Initially, 150 mg once daily for 6 days then increased to 150 mg twice a day. Period of treatment: 7-12 wk. Elderly: 150 mg/day.
Depression Adult: Initially, 100 mg twice a day increased to 100 mg three times a day after 3 days if necessary. Increase further to 150 mg twice a day if no improvement has been observed after several week of therapy.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients who are allergic to bupropion, history of convulsions, eating disorders, with MAO inhibitors or those who are planning to stop sedatives or alcohol suddenly.

Drug Name : Bupropion

This medication is prescribed for depression and smoking cessation.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Bupropion

India :


International :


Aplenzin , Budeprion XL , Zyban , Wellbutrin , Wellbutrin SR .
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