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Can wellbutrin and effexor (venlafaxine) cause seizures?

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Wellbutrin, (bupropion) possible: Wellbutrin (bupropion) can cause seizures over a certain dosage. Your doctor is aware of this, so follow his/ her instructions and do not take more medication than prescribed.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/29/2016

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