Information about Wellbutrin
Wellbutrin - is a pharmaceutical antidepressant, which acts as an inhibitor of dopamine and norepinephrine (noradrenaline), the drug acts directly on the brain and other major nerve centers, nodes. This medication is used to treat violations of the brain, bipolar stress, chronic fatigue syndrome, as well as its use for treating various drug addiction (nicotine and cocaine), in diseases of the spine.
Wellbutrin first produced in the late 1970s, but already in 1985 the drug was approved for use and distribution in the U.S..
But soon, in 1986, he was discharged from medical practice. The reason for this was a large number of cases of epileptic seizures in patients. In 1989, Wellbutrin returned to the U.S. market with changes in the dosage of the smaller side.
Wellbutrin is a class of antidepressants of the second generation, or atypical antidepressants because of the differences between its effects on the action like the first generation of medicines. In the United States as an antidepressant Wellbutrin distributed under the name Wellbutrin as a medication for throwing smoke called Zyban. Hydrochloride Wellbutrina to form crystalline powder, readily soluble in water, it tastes bitter, also contains the anesthetic effect on the mucous membrane of the mouth.
Wellbutrin spread in capsules of 75, 100 and 150 mg. Dr. appoints 75-300 mg, and a maximum of 450 mg per day.
Effects of the use of Wellbutrin:
The drug is sometimes used as a substitute for amphetamine in cases of severe mental disorder and attention deficit disorder, hyperactivity. The effect is felt through the 60-90 minutes after ingestion. It flows the effect of the drug from 12 to 24 hours, but nevertheless active particles metabolites have half-life of about 20-34 hours. Side effects: one is concerned, izomniya, various anxiety reactions, discomfort, unpleasant stimullyatsiya, dry mouth, dizziness, nausea, headaches and tremors.
The harmful effects of Wellbutrin on the body:
Firstly it is worth noting the harmful effects of Wellbutrin. These include skin reactions, psychological disorders and neurological disorders, rash, nausea, dizziness, ataxia, as well as izomniya, migraines, tremors, and sometimes even anger. In addition to the above harmful effects have yet another problem - the probability of an epileptic seizure. According to statistics, the disease-prone mostly descendants of people who suffered from epilepsy. At the use of 300 mg / day the probability of occurrence of this problem is about 0,1%. With an increase in daily dose of the drug in 100 mg increases the probability of 4 times and already represents about 0,4%. Because of these studies are not recommended to use a dose of 200 mg. At risk are people, sore in the past anorexia and bulimia.
Wellbutrin generates some dependence, both physical and psychological same. Therefore, refusal of medication the doctor does not recommend strongly to suspend use of Wellbutrin, doctors are advised to phase out the drug.
Side effects while taking Wellbutrin:
The drug should not be taken in combination with an MAOI, after the last use of MAOI before taking Wellbutrin should take at least 14 days. Some people point out the unpleasant effects associated with use of other psychoactive drugs at the time of sustained use of Wellbutrin. Combinations of different psychoactive substances increase the risk of harm the body.
