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Article: Bupropion
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- Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Disorders
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Bupropion
Definition
Bupropion is an antidepressant drug used to elevate mood and promote recovery of a normal range of emotions in patients with depressive disorders. In addition, bupropion is used to as an aid in smoking cessation treatment. In the United States, bupropion is sold as an antidepressant under the brand name Wellbutrin. As a smoking cessation treatment, the drug is marketed under the brand name Zyban.
Purpose
Bupropion is principally known as an antidepressant drug used to promote recovery of depressed patients. It also has therapeutic uses in smoking cessation treatment,
panic disorder
, and
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
(ADHD).
Description
Bupropion ...