Bupropion is an atypical antidepressant that affects dopamine and norepinephrine, but not in the way traditional stimulants do
If the medications are well tolerated, dose increases tend to be monthly and its best for patients themselves to determine what dosage they need whereby they will evaluate the medications effect on hunger, cravings and fullness and let their physician know at what dose these are sufficiently well controlled that there is no need for further dose increases
This is especially important if you also have palpitations, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting spells, fatigue, breathlessness or chest pain
Weeks 12: Expect a relatively rapid initial drop in weight, largely due to water and glycogen loss as described above
Furthermore, educating patients about the potential for dizziness as a side effect and strategies to mitigate it is crucial