What foods should you avoid when taking Wellbutrin?

Examples of foods and beverages containing caffeine include coffee, teas, colas, energy drinks, chocolate, and some herbal or dietary supplements. Patients should be advised to limit excessive caffeine intake during bupropion therapy.
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What can interfere with Wellbutrin?

Do not use an MAO inhibitor within 14 days before or 14 days after you take bupropion. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine. Do not take bupropion to treat more than one condition at a time.
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Can you drink coffee with Wellbutrin?

No interactions were found between caffeine and Wellbutrin XL.
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Why can't you drink alcohol on Wellbutrin?

It's best not to drink while taking Wellbutrin because alcohol can worsen symptoms of depression and reduce the effectiveness of the medication. Combining alcohol and Wellbutrin can also lead to a higher risk for seizures and other serious side effects.
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Can I take Wellbutrin with vitamins?

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No interactions were found between Super High Vitamins and Minerals and Wellbutrin SR. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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Can you take vitamin D with bupropion?

No interactions were found between bupropion and Vitamin D3. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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Can I take B12 with Wellbutrin?

No interactions were found between bupropion and Vitamin B12.
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Can I have one glass of wine on Wellbutrin?

It should never be mixed with alcohol. Doing so may increase Wellbutrin's side effects and may cause risk of a seizure. You may also be at risk of a seizure if you regularly drink alcohol and suddenly stop before taking Wellbutrin.
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How can I tell if Wellbutrin is working?

Sleep, energy, or appetite may show some improvement within the first 1-2 weeks. Improvement in these physical symptoms can be an important early signal that the medication is working. Depressed mood and lack of interest in activities may need up to 6-8 weeks to fully improve.
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How fast is weight loss on Wellbutrin?

How long does it take for Wellbutrin to work for weight loss? In people who lose weight as a side effect of Wellbutrin, it is possible to notice weight changes within eight weeks. However, Wellbutrin is not a weight-loss drug and may not produce consistent results when taken for this purpose.
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Does Wellbutrin work better with food?

Swallow the tablet whole. Do not break, crush, or chew it. You may take this medicine with or without food. But if you have nausea, take the medicine with food.
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Can I have grapefruit with Wellbutrin?

In addition to being an antidepressant, bupropion is prescribed to help people quit smoking. Its blood levels increase with grapefruit, which can increase dizziness and sleepiness (1).
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Does Wellbutrin cause body odor?

Bupropion hydrochloride (Wellbutrin) may cause body odor, in addition to excessive sweating in some patients.
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Can you take pain relievers with Wellbutrin?

No interactions were found between ibuprofen and Wellbutrin XL. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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Can you take Tylenol with Wellbutrin?

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No interactions were found between acetaminophen / pseudoephedrine and Wellbutrin. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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Is BuPROPion a strong antidepressant?

Bupropion is an effective antidepressant with efficacy comparable to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and other antidepressants. It is well tolerated in short-and longer-term treatment.
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Does your brain go back to normal after antidepressants?

"The fact that antidepressant withdrawal can be so prolonged suggests that the drug has changed the brain and that those changes are taking a very long time to return to normal and it may be the case that sometimes they don't go back to normal."
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Does Wellbutrin cause hair loss?

The antidepressant Wellbutrin (bupropion) can cause hair loss, also called alopecia. This side effect can occur with other other antidepressants as well.
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Is Wellbutrin good for anxiety?

Also known as bupropion, Wellbutrin has been established as an effective antidepressant demonstrating an impressive ability to reduce anxiety levels. There are many benefits to Wellbutrin as an anxiety treatment, including its lack of common mood medication symptoms, like weight gain and sexual side effects.
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Can I stop Wellbutrin cold turkey?

Stopping Wellbutrin cold turkey is never advised. It will cause a shock to your system and can cause severe side effects as you go through withdrawal. Work with your doctor to slowly taper your dose over the period of a few weeks, and be prepared to deal with possible symptoms while your body adjusts.
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Can you take a sleep aid with Wellbutrin?

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BuPROPion may increase the blood levels and effects of diphenhydrAMINE. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Contact your doctor if you experience increased side effects or your condition changes.
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How likely is it to have a seizure on Wellbutrin?

Seizures: Bupropion is associated with seizures in approximately 0.4% (4/1,000) of patients treated at doses up to 450 mg/day. This incidence of seizures may exceed that of other marketed antidepressants by as much as 4-fold.
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Does vitamin C affect Wellbutrin?

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No interactions were found between bupropion and Vitamin C.
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Can you take vitamin D3 with Wellbutrin?

No interactions were found between Vitamin D3 and Wellbutrin. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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Can I take magnesium with Wellbutrin?

No interactions were found between bisacodyl / magnesium citrate and Wellbutrin XL. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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