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A member asked:

I am taking 150 wellbutrin (bupropion) xl for a couple of weeks and the last couple of days feel very shakey and anxious. can i discontinue or do i have to taper?

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Yes, stop.: You are experiencing the side effects of wellbutrin (bupropion). Since you haven't taken it long enough, it is safe to discontinue but please get back to your prescriber.

Answered 1/13/2014

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