A member asked:

I have been prescribed wellbutrin 150mg xl however i can't find it anywhere so i got 300mg xl and doc told me to cut it in the middle... should i do that? or should i perhaps instead take it every other day?

Q: i have been prescribed wellbutrin 150mg xl however i can't find it anywhere so i got 300mg xl and doc told me to cut it in the middle... should i do that? or should i perhaps instead take it every other day?

: Am reluctant to agree with advice to split a sustained release preparation as there is risk of disturbing normal absorption and instead flooding of drug resulting in instantaneous massive dosing. This is complex, and would highly recommend a second opinion. Generics are available, and maybe an appropriate dosage can be located.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Am reluctant to agree with advice to split a sustained release preparation as there is risk of disturbing normal absorption and instead flooding of drug resulting in instantaneous massive dosing. This is complex, and would highly recommend a second opinion. Generics are available, and maybe an appropriate dosage can be located.

Answered 12/15/2021

0 views

Thank

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

I have been prescribed wellbutrin 150mg xl however i can't find it anywhere so i got 300mg xl and doc told me to cut it in the middle... should i do that? or should i perhaps instead take it every other day?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Related Questions

A member asked:

I have GAD I was on Zoloft Risperdal Buspar (buspirone) my doc he stop Zoloft and take wellbutrin is because of eerection prob is that ok won't bi anxious mor?

A member asked:

Been on Wellbutrin (bupropion) a month but not seeing results so doc prescribed me focalin-I'm ready 2start taking it but am still weening off Wellbutrin (bupropion),tht ok?

A member asked:

Doc added propranolol for a bad lithium tremor. Also take zoloft, klonopin, lamictal, wellbutrin, Neurontin & latuda (lurasidone). Am i at high risk for impotency?

A member asked:

Doc is treating me for strep. Pneumonia. Gave me z pack and steroid shot. I take inderal. Zoloft. Wellbutrin (bupropion). An synthroid. Can I take albuterol ?

A member asked:

My physician rx me with Wellbutrin (bupropion) for my ADD. I'm not depressed but simply cannot focus at all. Is this medication ok to take?

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

I was prescribed wellbutrin (extended release) but there wasn't 150 mg so doc gave me 300 mg and told me to cut it in half is that safe or will it effect the extended release?

I take Prozac 10mg a day and Valium 15mg a day. Doc just added Wellbutrin (bupropion) to try, 150mg XL. Should I worry of seizures? Could this help panicidsorder?

Can i stop wellbutrin (bupropion) cold turkey been on it for 3 months- i hate it. Also how does using Metamucil help weight gain? Doc says my small intestines move way too quick regimen-ensure, Metamucil every day

Can I take two wellbutrin (bupropion) xl 150mh tablets instead of the 300mg tablet. My doc increased my dose and i was just wondering since i have a lot left.

My doc has prescribed me 1mg Xanax, (alprazolam) 10mg Lexapro and just added 150mg Wellbutrin XL. Is this allowed? Will this cause long term problems?!

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?