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Can wellbutrin (bupropion) increase dopamine in brain? can it cause tachycardia?

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Dr. Colin Sanner answered

Specializes in Neurology

Yes, and yes: Yes, bupropion (Wellbutrin) has a strong effect on brain Dopamine levels. And yes, it can cause tachycardia.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/23/2016

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Yes.: Yes, it is a Dopamine agonist and yes, it can cause tachycardia, a sense of anxiety and restlessness.

Answered 1/23/2018

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