Bupropion (Wellbutrin) Review - How to use Buproprion for Adult ADHD

In this video, Dr Kidd discusses what role Bupropion has in ADHD. He discusses the typical uses, how to take the medication, side effects and contraindications.
Other ADHD medications:
Stimulants
- Vyvanse/Elvanse (Lisdexamfetamine): • Vyvanse/Elvanse (Lisde...
- Concerta (Methylphenidate): • Concerta (Methylphenid...
- Ritalin (Methylphenidate): • Ritalin Reivew - How T...
Non-Stimulant
- Atomoxetine (Strattera): • Atomoxetine (Strattera...
- Guanfacine (Intuniv/Tenex): • Guanfacine (Intuniv/Te...
Disclaimer: This video is purely educational and does not constitute any medical advice. Use of this information is at your own risk as this video is only my personal opinion. Dr Kidd will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, illness, injury, mental stress or death.
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[@marmararraj76]

I was distracted by his hand movement 😵‍💫

[@andreadow7763]

Same😂

[@antonijosajer3456]

Yeeees😂😂😂

[@berryreadable]

Then just listen. I love that he doesn’t have background music lol

[@nm93932]

It's the bupropion we are all taking 😂. No but for real, I have noticed that looking at a fan now gets me dizzy, and other similar movements

[@harleyandfriends7778]

You actually watched the video? I just listen while I scroll other videos and read comments 😂

[@VIncentSunflowers]

I have decided to see a mental health professional and didn't want to go in blind. I am 61, undiagnosed ADHD with longterm periodic episodes of depression. This med sounds like it could be a good option for me. Thank you very much!

[@yourpt7161]

alright, tell me how it turns out for ya!

[@homelessrobot]

@ 0:46 that is quite the sick rhyme Dr.

[@KasThinks]

🤣🤣

[@Stopinthenameoflove]

😂

[@Real.me444]

I recently got prescribed wellbutrin for depression smoking and adhd for focus. Thank you for the video!

[@Weird_guy79]

Would be nice to know how it works on ADHD, peoples experiences etc.

[@oriontherealironman]

Aside from the camera drifting this was an excellently informative video. Thank you and keep up the good work 👍

[@artnadaydream]

Your hands and the tiny 🤏 camera movement is ok with me 🙂 thank you so much for this video

[@digxx]

I'm not sure about this drug. Everytime I go on it, after weeks/month I start to become tired when taking it, and kinda confused, less "mindy". Difficult to explain. This drug just seriously calms me down in contrast to ritalin. This leads to me going off for a couple of days and when I get kinda anxious/restless, I just take it one day to calm down... weird drug. I take 150XR. May it have to do with its anticholinergic properties?

[@kobebryant-cl7ul]

How does Wellbutrin feel compared to adderall/stimulants? I have ADD and anxiety/depression, and have been on stimulants for a decade. Now, the side effects of adderrall-horrible anxiety, overactive CNS, etc- have gotten really bad for me, and I am trying to stop adderall. Adderall has become way too intense for me even at a low dose, and is wreaking havoc on my body and causing dealt bad anxiety every day. My doc suggested Wellbutrin. I am concerned that it will feel just like adderall, with all the similar side effects I am trying to get away from. Can someone advise me on this? Does Wellbutrin feel at all similar to adderall in this regard? I don’t want another med that causes increased anxiety.

[@drkiddMD]

Everyone can respond differently but in general Wellbutrin is not a stimulant medication so would but much less likely to aggravate anxiety.

[@jamestillman5247]

Same boat as you. I'd like to learn if you ended raking well utrin and what effect it had for you.

[@hauscchildt6418]

Great and to the point. You deserve more views

[@StilettoShay]

. . . agreed. He'd gain more views (faster) if he increased the length of his videos--not that that's what his audience wants, but per the KZbin algorithm. (I clicked on this particular video because it was under 5 minutes.)

[@superhumanryze]

Never seen someone use their hands so much 😂

[@Mleintje]

I'm using Bupropion HCI Retard Teva for a month now and it DOES work for my ADHD. After having some side effects due to getting used to the medication, now I can say it takes of the rough edges, I have much more energy and focus, I feel happier, less irritated and I have much more self-control, which makes it easier to talk and explain things with facts instead of flying in a 180 to anger and other emotions.

[@jimwilliams3816]

I was on an SSRI for about a year and a half for MDD, then transitioned to Bupropion for several months while awaiting an ADHD assessment. I found it did things I was looking for in treating ADHD, quieter mind, the ability to pause and think before speaking, some better focus. But as seems plausible given its use for depression, smoking cessation and weight loss, I could certainly feel various psychoactive effects. Ultimately I did need to get off it due to side effects not mentioned here. I am just about to titrate a stimulant, so I can’t offer a comparison. And everyone responds differently. So I don’t want to discourage anyone from trying Bupropion; going off it was pretty easy for me at low dose. But do be on the lookout for side effects you don’t feel good about.

[@Kodakzakk]

Can you let us know how you compare the two? I’m quitting adderall to try bupropion. Would love to know your thoughts

[@TuxThinks]

Been taking 150mg of Bupropion in the morning with 7.5mg of Dextroamphetamine, and redosing another 7.5mg twice at 4 hour intervals. So 7:00, 11:00, 15:00. I finally feel normal after years of trying everything under the sun. The bupropion is rather recent but I've noticed that it solved my issue where on a stimulant alone I would feel focus but no motivation. I could take a stimulant and still just lay around in bed all day. I would focus and stay on task, but would still avoid things I knew I should do but was afraid to start. Now I actually feel a desire and drive to get my work done. I also think its because of the antidepressant affects. My mood is significantly improved as well. From a diagnostic standpoint, I have ADHD-pi and Autism so perhaps its something about my specific neurochemistry that makes this combination effective.

[@RickNance]

okay. Thanks. That was helpful. Because I had a 10+ year spell of dysthymia caused by amongst other things, stress of fighting with my undiagnosed ADHD, I started with Wellbutrin. It worked miracles and I have been reluctant to give it up. Here in the UK they absolutely do not want to prescribe it. I bitterly suspect it has to do with stroke risk and the high alcohol consumption on the island. Probably it's just that it doesn't work for many people that well, and I've been on 300mgs for over 20 years, need to up the dosage at this point and 400 is super scary for the NHS system to consider. Trying stimulants was a bit weird and not happy, trying guanfacine and not sure it's working, might go back to a different stimulant, but it really is kind of weird. I get a lot done, I'll give it that.

[@ConstantinKlose-sj4mb]

I've been taking Wellbutrin for 3 weeks and don't feel like it changed much. At what point do I know it's not having the intended effect or the dosage is too low?

[@drkiddMD]

By 4 weeks if you notice nothing, likely need to change something.

[@ci6516]

It took me 3 months to feel it help my adhd . What I like is that there is no crash ,

[@healthylife4eva]

@@ci6516what dose helped you with ADHD?

[@437765513]

@@ci6516 yes what dose helped you? I'm 2 months in and not sure I feel anything at all.

[@apj171]

​@@ci6516what's your dosage?

[@y.j.howler6168]

his hands .

[@tammiefi8716]

Lol...stop looking then 🤣 squirrel. He did well explaining 😊

[@y.j.howler6168]

@@tammiefi8716if you can just "stop looking" at something this distracting while trying to focus on information my dear one , you do not need Bupropion . you do not have adhd . why are you in these comments m'lady 😇? cuz i was really trying learn about a drug and this mugg hands act like self-autonomous automated sea anemones i am definitely a nut tho . hence watching videos about neurodivergence and brain science . contextual brains really seem to be leaving this earth by the day

[@Miwu]

I've been suggested Voxra by a doc. I'm slightly concerned if my migraines would make me more prone to seizures on that med?

[@andersonsouza3381]

Hello! Is Wellbutrin more effective than Strattera for ADHD?

[@oxykostis3153]

Hi Dr Kidd. I am on Vyvanse and Bupropion. Vyvanse dose is 40mg morning 30mg afternoon. Bupropion dose is 300mg. I've been wondering for a while now WHEN to time the Bupropion dose to pair with the Vyvanse or if it matters. My thought process was that since Vyvanse causes more dopamine to be released and Bupropion causes dopamine to remain in the synapse longer, that MAYBE there is an ideal way to time these two medications or not. I've been able to find practically zero information on my question after much research. Thank you in advance!

[@drkiddMD]

Hi Oxy, I could not find any information on this as well and there probably isnt any research on this specific topic. However, from my experience and just thinking about it from basic principles, if you take both regularly both will reach a steady state concentration and the exact timing of the day is unlikely to have significant impact on the overall effectiveness.

[@oxykostis3153]

@@drkiddMD so I could take them at the same time then and as far as you know there is no information to say I shouldn't. Thank you so much for the reply. Appreciate it

[@RaulGonzalez-fu1yb]

I had trouble focusing on what you were saying because of your constant hand movement. Good info. But relax the hands.

[@VIncentSunflowers]

Then why are you watching instead of listening along?

[@Weird_guy79]

My dr gave this to with full knowledge I was drinking some what heavily at the time and trying to quit. It made me so sick and pretty sure it exacerbated a (unknown at that time) hart problem I have.

[@stefangordik]

what do you think about combining Bupropion and Adderall but lower dose? My main problem is self control, procrastination. I want to focus on my business most of the day, doing the boring tasks, etc, could bupropion be well suited for something like that? I don't have depression

[@drkiddMD]

Rare combination but viable thought potentially in the right situation. Have to be careful about serotonin syndrome. May need more of a specific reason for bupropion as a choice, may have some impact on self control but probably minimal on procrastination or focus

[@carolinamadariaga1644]

Does Bupropion helps with atento on?

[@glazelazer8857]

Yes

[@DVAMEKAGK]

I just took my first dose today. I noticed I do feel different. Someone cut me off on my way to the car wash. And I noticed he’s old and handicapped. I did pull up next to him. But I waved and said it’s ok. When I got to the car wash I noticed I wasn’t raging and ruminating I was calm and collected. They said it’ll take 2 weeks for it to come into effect. But I feel like it is already working is that normal? Or am I just in a Placebo phase rn? I also made a checklist and took a shower and remembered immediately that I left my check in the car that’s headed to Arizona with my partner. 🤦🏼‍♂️ but I’m not stressed about it.

[@Eterna13ttt]

I'm feeling they same things that you mentioned. But you comment this two months ago, so How are you feeling now with Bupropion ?

[@footballguruhighlights6276]

Fuck

[@missionimpossible143]

How are you now ??😢

[@OurBlessedHope1]

Yes…,Hands distracting ( my add🤣) but so appreciate the information!

[@drkiddMD]

Thanks! Will have less hands movements in future videos!

[@fatimaarif3937]

I am taking 5mg escitalopram for anxiety. I am waiting for ADD diagnosis. Can I take bupropion while waiting for the diagnosis? And what should be the dose?

[@missy88]

Yes, I’m on both. 150 mg of Wellbutrin twice a day.

[@missionimpossible143]

​@@missy88hi how are you? Is it working?🥺

[@ronnynolegs]

Gesticulations 😮

[@marcelv.9918]

I want to combine it with vyvanse, cause I got MDD, wanna quick smoking, BUT dont want to lose the effects from Vyvanse. Is it only either or can we get both?

[@drkiddMD]

They can be taken together in certain circumstances but there is a risk of increasing the side effects of both medications

[@marcelv.9918]

@@drkiddMD interesting, I don't have any side effects. Would u give it a shot then, if a patient would report alike?

[@drkiddMD]

@@marcelv.9918 would probably need to know more information about your case, best to consult with your doctor

[@Yahman1969]

Is it an authority script in Australia or can GP prescribe it

[@moyamontgomery1468]

Script only.

[@donatospoony]

Glad I watched this. My doctor prescribed this for me and I was confused . I went in for focussing ADHD type concerns , and thought she diverted to depression ? I guess it does both?

[@maynardjohnson3313]

I can't hear you.

[@AimlessQuotes]

Listen harder

[@Satan-Is-a-Lawyer]

Anyone switch to this from adderall? I can’t keep taking that it makes me feel like shit after it wears off

[@HannaDams]

I just did for the same reasons. Started yesterday so it will take a while to adjust to it. I can come back to you later.

[@princesrc]

​@@HannaDams Hi Hanna, it would be of great help to both the OP and I if you could share your four-week experience.

[@437765513]

@@HannaDams any update? I don't feel anything really after 2 months

[@marinareza]

Is it safe to combine bupropion and vyvanse? Should I space them out? Can’t figure out if the vyvanse is working. Thanks!

[@drkiddMD]

Theoretical risk of serotonin syndrome as most psychotropic medications increase serotonin to some level. Also both can reduce appetite and depending on the dosages of both may also potentially be an issue. But potentially possible in the right situation if closely monitored and there is actually benefits being seen.

[@marinareza]

@@drkiddMD Thanks so much! Am on 300mg bupropion & experimenting with 50-70mg vyvanse (elvanse where i am). I take the vyv, wait 2 hours, then the bup. Also didn't feel a noticeable difference when i tried ritalin (medikinet where i am), so will try adderall & see if it makes a difference. Great videos, thanks for sharing the knowledge!

[@marinareza]

I received a script for concerta today. Do you know of any risks combining concerta & bupropion? 🙏🏽

[@drkiddMD]

@@marinareza risks would be similar to taking vyvanse and bupropion

[@marinareza]

@@drkiddMD thank you!!