Bupropion Medication for PTSD

Target Symptoms

Depression.

Contraindications

MAOI, Zyban, seizure disorder, bulimia or anorexia nervosa, abrupt termination of sedatives or alcohol, not for children or teens.

Possible Side Effects of Bupropion

Fast, pounding, or uneven heart rate; chest pain, heavy feeling, pain spreading to arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, general ill feeling; sudden numbness or weakness, esp. on one side of body; sudden headache, confusion, problems with vision, speech, balance; hallucinations, seizures (convulsions); restless muscle movements in eyes, tongue, jaw, neck; uncontrollable shaking or tremor; rash, pain; easy bruising or bleeding; extreme thirst with headache, nausea, vomiting, weakness; lightheaded, fainting; urinating less or not at all; constipation,diarrhea, loss of appetite; dry mouth, unpleasant taste; numbness or tingly feeling; uncoordinated; anxious, dizzy, drowsy, tired; can't concentrate; insomnia, nightmares; ringing in ears; mild skin rash; breast swelling (men or women); decreased sex drive, impotence, difficulty having orgasm.