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Bupropion BUPR

An FDA-approved antidepressant that also helps people quit smoking, and, combined with another drug (as Contrave), aids weight loss. Human trials support all three uses, though it carries a seizure risk at higher doses.

Also known as Wellbutrin, Contrave component

Effects Lose fat Mood

Routes Oral

Legal status Prescription drug

WADA Not listed

3D Molecular Structure of C₁₃H₁₈ClNO

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Chemistry

Formula: C13H18ClNO
Molar mass: 239.74
CAS: 34911-55-2
PubChem CID: 444

Reported dosing

Approved label

What has been reported in the literature and by users. This is a record of what is done, not a recommendation.

Typical dose 150-300 mg/day

Reported range 150-450 mg/day

Route Oral

Frequency Once or twice daily (extended-release)

Duration Chronic/ongoing (as prescribed)

FDA-approved prescription medication (Wellbutrin/Zyban), also part of the weight-loss combination Contrave.

Where this comes from FDA prescribing information

These figures are recorded for reference and are not a recommendation. Dosing is a decision for you and a clinician.