What Is Bupropion (Wellbutrin)?

Potential Uses

Officials seem to have approved this medication to treat adults with seasonal affective disorder or major depressive disorder. Some brands may also be effective for individuals who want to quit smoking. It appears one brand has been approved for this use. Of course, doctors may also prescribe this medication 'off-label.' This may allow it to treat patients with bipolar disorder. It seems to also help with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Patients may need to talk to their doctor about the risks linked to this medication. This seems to apply the most to when this medication is used 'off-label.' There may be other medications approved for those needs that may not supply the same side effects. Regardless, however, patients should likely be monitored throughout their treatment with this medication.

Get the details on the possible side effects next.