How Long Will My Wellbutrin Withdrawal Symptoms Last?

I’ve been on 75mg of Wellbutrin (Bupropion) for about 8 months. I understand this is the lowest dose that is usually prescribed. Anyway, I’m trying to withdraw by taking half a pill (37.5mg) each day instead, but I have this headache and flue like symptoms. It’s been 1 day so far. Any idea how long this will last and if my tapering schedule is reasonable?


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3 Responses to “How Long Will My Wellbutrin Withdrawal Symptoms Last?”

  1. Are you taking Wellbutrin XR (extended release) b/c those you aren’t suppose to cut. Tapering off Wellbutrin isn’t as necessary as an SSRI. I was on 450 milligrams and I just tapered by 150 and when I hit 150 I stopped. I’m guessing your symptoms aren’t related to your tapering.

  2. Hello,
    It took about a week for me when I was on it and would have to look to see how much and such I was on and I have no clue where that is.
    I did a huge no no and just stopped, so you are being smarter then I was when I went off of it. The side effects of a seizure scared me for I have seizures…..the doctor obviously did not read my file .
    Hope this helps?

  3. I think that the symptoms are unrelated-it’s been too short a time if it’s been just one day.
    Take the half dose for a week,then a quarter dose for a week,then stop.
    I’m guessing that you’re doing this without the knowledge of the prescribing physician,so keep a check on your mood there will you?Got a friend that you can confide in that can help you with that?

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