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[KatherineRoggero]

JUST STARTED THIS MED TODAY TO ME QUIT SMOKING. I HAVE BEEN FEELING DIZZY ALL DAY-WHICH I KNOW IS A SIDE EFFECT. WILL THIS GO AWAY THE MORE I TAKE THIS OR WILL I FEEL LIKE THIS EVERYDAY?


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[summergirl510]

I started using Wellbutrin 3 months ago NO it has not yet helped me quit smoking only makes me Dizzy,Irritable,tired, and cannot Sleep..if anyone knows of another quitting method i need to know PLEASE

[pillguy]

for whatever its worth, here's info from Yahoo health...

Side Effects
Common side effects include:2

■Dry mouth, affecting 1 out of 10 people who use bupropion.
■Difficulty sleeping (insomnia), affecting 35% to 40% of people. If you take a morning and evening dose, taking the evening dose in the afternoon may help with sleep problems. Take the evening dose at least 8 hours after the morning dose.
In over 70% of the people who use bupropion, the above side effects go away within about a week after they stop taking the medicine. Only about 10% of people have to stop taking bupropion because of side effects.

Less common side effects (occurring in less than 10% of people) include:

■Dizziness.
■Difficulty concentrating.
■Upset stomach (nausea).
■Anxiety.
■Constipation.
■Tremors.
■Skin problems or rashes.

[kathyjo]

Bupropion is the generic name for Wellbutrin. Years ago it had some success and I even know a few who quit using it. I would imagine, because it is also an antidepressant it might cause dizziness. It may take a few days to adjust and if it persists I would talk to your doctor.
Good luck on your quit and if you need any support, we are here for you.