Bupropion (Wellbutrin) | The most versatile Antidepressant!

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Published 2022-02-21
Bupropion is considered an atypical antidepressant. In today's video, we uncover the many ways Bupropion is used to not only treat depression but also used as smoking cessation treatment, weight loss, sexual dysfunction, and adjunctively with other antidepressants and mood stabilizers.

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Intro 0:00
Bupropion uses 0:15
Bupropion how it works 0:35
Side effects 1:10
Off-label uses 1:55
Non-addicting 4:25
Seizure risk 5:30
Cautions 6:56
Outro 7:38

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Resources:
Deprescribing Guide: amzn.to/4dZEUMk
Stahl's Prescribing Guide: amzn.to/3UXj8QL

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Costa, R., Oliveira, N. G., & Dinis-Oliveira, R. J. (2019). Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic of bupropion: integrative overview of relevant clinical and forensic aspects. Drug Metabolism Reviews, 51(3), 293ā€“313. doi-org.libproxy.eku.edu/10.1080/03602532.2019.162ā€¦

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Stahl, S. (2017). Stahlā€™s Essential Psychopharmacology: Prescriberā€™s Guide, 6th Ed.

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Verbeeck, W., Bekkering, G. E., Van den Noortgate, W., & Kramers, C. (2017). Bupropion for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults. The Cochrane database of systematic reviews, 10(10), CD009504.

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All Comments (21)
  • @ogarvin7064
    Was on this med for over 2 decades. A self-employrd remodeler, specializing in kitchens and baths, I found myself looking for anything to go wrong on the job so I could quit and go home by noon. Was given Wellbutrin because "it has an energy component", per my Dr..I never noticed increased energy, but was surprised to find myself able to put in a full days work by the end of the first week. When a frustrating problem arose,, I simply solved it and kept working. Eventually decided to stop the med as no longer needed. Never lost much weight, but did stop a 51 year smoking habit. Today, as an 82yo widower, I have no motivation to do even simple tasks like shave and shower. Expecting new scrip for buproprion to arrive in mail this week, and pray that it works again, like it did back in 1992!
  • @CostlyFiddle
    I've been taking Buproprion for over a year now to treat my Depression & ADHD (inattentive type) and I have to say I wish I had discovered this medication a decade ago. I was unaware of the appetite suppression side effect and finding that out is really helpful. Thanks for the detailed breakdown of this drug. ā¤
  • @ttbay2
    Quelbree and bupropion has changed my freaking life! I can function in life so much more effectively. If youā€™re reading this and scared please know itā€™s ok. You are on the right track by protecting your over health. Do not allow those nagging thoughts to take over. Or other peopleā€™s opinion. Be brave advocate for yourself know you are not alone!! Peace and many blessings.ā¤ļøšŸ’•
  • I've been taking It for the last 2 months and I feel great! I was very worried about taking any kind of medication but this was worth it. My life has improved significantly.
  • @kungfu82able
    Wellbutrin is changing my life for the better. Highly recommend.
  • @nicolea6601
    I'm so happy to see all of these positive comments. I just began taking it this morning, and I'm even more hopeful after reading how many people have had their quality of life change significantly ā¤ā¤ā¤
  • My brother and daughter successfully quit smoking while using this medication.
  • @WoolleyWoolf
    Clear, straight to the point, not repetitive, infographic, educational.
  • @hotrodmom86
    Thank you for this video. This was very helpful information to help me discuss this with my doctor. ā¤
  • @yyxx6953
    Just got this med from pharmacy and planning to start tomorrow. I am very fearful when it comes to new meds... So this video was very encouraging
  • @BirdBrainCast
    Super informative. I always feel better when I know what a medication is actually doing functionally in my brain.
  • extremely great info on the options and benefits of antidep
  • @ashleyevans7497
    Absolutely loved this video! Excellent job explaining the pros & cons of Wellbutrin! Great job on covering the historical aspect of this medication as well! Thank you!
  • @dueycarter1583
    thank you for this information as I just started taking wellbutrin
  • @Sawyer907
    Very well explained. Thank you so much.
  • @littleplum17
    Sooooooo clear and informative, thank you! šŸŒø
  • Starting this today. Trying to find the right cocktail. So happens that I'm on Zoloft and you mentioned that in the video. Wish me success. Best to all of you. P.S. Thanks for being so detailed in your videos.šŸ˜
  • Her voice is so calming! I'm gonna go take a nap now. See you guys later šŸ’¤