Question 1

i've had tinnitus for 2 yrs after taking wellbutrin (bupropion) for 3 weeks. will it ever go away? i had chemo 6 months b4 wellbutrin (bupropion). no tinnitus after chemo.

Accepted Answer

Tinnitus: It might go away but chance of tinnitus to stay is far higher.

Question 2

will tinnitus from wellbutrin/bupropion go away with time if you stay on the med?

Accepted Answer

: If the buproprion is responsible for the tinnitus as an adverse side effect, it is unlikely to depart while you continue.   By stopping, it may slowly dissipate.  However, this could be a co-morbidity associated with hearing loss.  An otolaryngologist could sort this out.

Question 3

i think wellbutrin (bupropion) is giving me tinnitus. ringing & hissing bad. how many days should i stop to find out? been on 1 month. mild tinnitus in past.

Accepted Answer

Can cause tinnitus: Tinnitus is one of the known side effects of Wellbutrin (bupropion).  But you state that you had mild tinnitus in past.  You are also taking ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and clobetasol.  It is possible that one of these or an interaction may be aggravating your tinnitus.  Do not alter your wellbutrin (bupropion) dose without checking with your dr first.  Abruptly stopping meds can cause you additional problems.  Good luck!

Question 4

wellbutrin (bupropion) - after increasing dose from 150mg to 300mg i acquired bilat tinnitus. i stopped it, only took for a week. have had tinnitus for 4 weeks?

Accepted Answer

Will It Last Long?: I assume your concern is the lingering presence if tinnitus 4 weeks after stopping wellbutrin (bupropion). This is considered a common side effect with wellbutrin (bupropion) and it  usually disappears when the medication is stopped. There are a small number of cases where the side effect has persisted for a long time. Since there are many causes of tinnitus, see your md or an ear, nose and throat specialist soon.

Question 5

wellbutrin (bupropion) xl: side effect ringing in ears?

Accepted Answer

Yes: I have had several patients report ringing in their ears or tinnitus that either began or worsened on wellbutrin (bupropion) and other antidepressants that seem to increase norepinephrine.  It goes away when the med is stopped but you may not get the same benefit from other antidepressants.  Adding a low dose of Klonopin sometimes helps.  Tinnitus is associated with hearing loss, i advise a hearing test.

Question 6

one week h/o dizziness and ringing in ears, thought might be from taking ocp's since i take 300 mg wellbutrin, (bupropion) but off ocp's 5 days, still persistent?

Accepted Answer

Wellbutrin (bupropion) s/e?: Don't know how long you've taken Wellbutrin (bupropion), (bupropion) but dizziness and ringing in the ears are both uncommon side effects. That said, discuss with prescribing doctor to consider lower dose of Wellbutrin (bupropion). If symptoms persist, see an ENT (ear, nose and throat) doctor for evaluation and guidance. I hope this helps. All the best.

Question 7

im currently taking wellbutrin and its a real help for my depression but have no refills. was only given a month supply. what do i do?

Accepted Answer

: Ask your prescriber (by phone) for a refill and follow recommendations as made when you got the prescription.

Question 8

should caffeine be avoided while taking wellbutrin?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, if taken as a supplement or if consuming higher amounts of caffeine in coffee or other products. It has to do with lowering the seizure threshold. This does not apply to regular use of coffee, 1-2 cups/day.

Question 9

does wellbutrin (bupropion) affect libido?

Accepted Answer

Indirectly: Depression can depress libido, and wellbutrin is an antidepressant.  Treating depression can improve all symptoms that come with it, including loss of libido.  If wellbutrin is the medication used, then some say it improved libido. Wellbutrin can also help revive libido that is suppressed by ssri antidepressants like zoloft, celexa, and paxil (paroxetine). Its mechanism of action differs from these others.

Question 10

how to wean off wellbutrin (bupropion) 400?

Accepted Answer

See below: In order to do that safely, you might want to  discuss this with your prescribing provider.

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I've had tinnitus for 2 yrs after taking wellbutrin (bupropion) for 3 weeks. will it ever go away? i had chemo 6 months b4 wellbutrin (bupropion). no tinnitus after chemo.

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Will tinnitus from wellbutrin/bupropion go away with time if you stay on the med?

A member asked:

I think wellbutrin (bupropion) is giving me tinnitus. ringing & hissing bad. how many days should i stop to find out? been on 1 month. mild tinnitus in past.

A member asked:

Wellbutrin (bupropion) - after increasing dose from 150mg to 300mg i acquired bilat tinnitus. i stopped it, only took for a week. have had tinnitus for 4 weeks?

A member asked:

Wellbutrin (bupropion) xl: side effect ringing in ears?

A member asked:

One week h/o dizziness and ringing in ears, thought might be from taking ocp's since i take 300 mg wellbutrin, (bupropion) but off ocp's 5 days, still persistent?

A member asked:

Im currently taking wellbutrin and its a real help for my depression but have no refills. was only given a month supply. what do i do?

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Should caffeine be avoided while taking wellbutrin?

A member asked:

Does wellbutrin (bupropion) affect libido?

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How to wean off wellbutrin (bupropion) 400?

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