Bupropion Hydrochloride is an antidepressant active component used to treat major depressive disorder and seasonal affective disorder. The most popular brand medicine Zyban is composed of this active ingredient used to help people stop smoking by reducing cravings and other withdrawal effects. It also treats symptoms of anxiety, such as fear, tension, irritability, dizziness, pounding heartbeat, and seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

Class of Drugs – Antidepressant

Molecular Formula – C₁₃H₁₉Cl₂NO

Molecular Weight – 276.2 g/mol

Working: The active ingredient Bupropion Hydrochloride belongs to a class of drugs known as an antidepressant. These drugs work by increasing the activity of natural chemicals in the brain. These chemicals are used by nerves to send messages to each other. Chemicals include dopamine and norepinephrine.

Uses: Antidepressant medicine is used to treat symptoms of depression. It also prevents seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression that occurs each year at the same time. Medication composed of this given active ingredient can help to improve the mood and feelings of well-being. It may work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances like dopamine, norepinephrine in the brain.

Popular Brands and Dosages: The given component Bupropion Hydrochloride is used in popular brand medicines as follows:

• Wellbutrin XL: 150 mg and 300 mg
• Zyban: 150 mg and 300 mg

This medication should not be used in case suddenly stopped regular use of sedatives such as benzodiazepines, drugs used to treat seizures, or alcohol, it may increase the risk of seizures.