Budeprion SR 150mg tablets are used in the treatment of depression. This medication has a longer release time in the body than other forms of bupropion, the generic name of the drug. Budeprion SR works on specific chemicals in the brain to keep them balanced. Dosing depends on the severity of depression. Before taking this medication, make your doctor aware of any medical history that involves liver or kidney problems, sensitivity to medications and allergies, and most importantly, history of heart disease.
Serious Side Effects
The antidepressant Budeprion SR 150mg may cause serious side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience agitation, concentration difficulties, anxiety, seizures, ear noises such as ringing or buzzing, visual hallucinations, severe headaches, auditory hallucinations, anger, a rash, aggression, extreme distrust of others, fainting, sweating, talking excitedly, irrational beliefs, out-of-control actions, restlessness, impulsive actions, nervousness, pain in the chest, discomfort in the chest, an inability to stop moving, rapid heartbeat and irritability.
Milder Side Effects
Budeprion also is known to produce non-serious and temporary side effects, according to the Mayo Clinic. Though most of these should lessen with continued use, you may consult your physician should you experience euphoria, pain in the abdomen, throat soreness, constipation, pain in the muscles, poor appetite, insomnia, dizziness, shaking, dry mount, trembling, vision blurring, increased frequency of urination, excessive sweating, changes in the way food tastes and drowsiness.
Overdose
The normal dose of Budeprion SR 150mg is typically one pill in the morning to start. This might be increased to up to three pills per day on a physician's recommendation. However, the Mayo Clinic recommends taking only one dose every 24 hours in order to lower the risk of seizures. If you do take too much of the medication, you may experience overdose side effects, including unconsciousness, vomiting or nausea. Seek emergency for overdose.
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