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How long does it take for bupropion to work ?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bupropion (Wellbutri: Like most antidepressants, 4 weeks & sometime up to 6 weeks.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/4/2014

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