What is Bupropion?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: BupropionBrand:
Bupropion is a type of antidepressant. It may be used to treat certain types of depression, such as major depressive disorder and seasonal affective disorder. It may also be used to help quit smoking and for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity and bipolar disorders.
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How do members experience Bupropion?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major depressive disorder | 16,587 | 1,501 | |
| Depressed mood | 1,957 | 881 | |
| Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) | 1,321 | 359 | |
| Mild depression | 718 | 77 | |
| Tobacco use disorder | 166 | 40 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Dry mouth | 116 | |
| Anxious mood | 75 | |
| Insomnia | 56 | |
| Weight gain | 56 | |
| Headaches | 50 | |
| Constipation | 43 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 311 | |
| Moderate | 413 | |
| Mild | 689 | |
| None | 1,339 |
Member evaluations
kidneykorner
evaluated on Jul 01, 2019
- Perceived effectiveness for depressed mood: Moderate
- Side effects: Moderate
everon
evaluated on May 10, 2019
- Perceived effectiveness for depressed mood: Slight
- Side effects: None
everon
evaluated on Apr 27, 2019
- Perceived effectiveness for depressed mood: Moderate
- Side effects: Mild
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