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Precautions and Warnings With Budeprion XL

Prior to beginning treatment, it is important to be aware of precautions and warnings with Budeprion XL. These include the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior, the possibility of seizures, and the risk of liver damage. Precautions and warnings with Budeprion XL also extend to people with bipolar disorder, an eating disorder, and liver or kidney problems.

 

Budeprion XL: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk to your healthcare provider prior to taking
 Budeprion XL® (Wellbutrin XL®) if you have:
 
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:
 
  • Are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
  • Are breastfeeding
  • Drink alcohol regularly.
     
Be sure to tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;