Unfortunately, increasing serotonin worsens symptoms of RLS. One antidepressant, bupropion (Wellbutrin), works by increasing availability of
Non-Pharmaceutical Therapy Medications that worsen RLS: antidepressants – most, except for Wellbutrin;; antihistamines – Benadryl, Claritin
While it does not worsen RLS, it is not a treatment for RLS. I am speaking of the Wellbutrin. It is in a class by itself, so is not an SSRI or
Wellbutrin is not characteristically for treating and managing RLS and might not be effective for this condition. Actually, bupropion, which is
Wellbutrin is not characteristically for treating and managing RLS and might not be effective for this condition. Actually, bupropion, which is
The cause of RLS is unknown, but it is suspected to be due to lower levels of dopamine (3 other meds I tried for RLS were dopamine antagonist). Because Wellbutrin increases dopamine levels, it makes sense why it would offer relief for RLS.
The only safe ones for RLS are Wellbutrin and trazodone both of which also help some people with their RLS. When you see your doctor ask for
by JJ Lee 2024 Cited by 28Although not widely used for RLS, bupropion XL (Wellbutrin XL) 150 mg daily was initiated, resulting in resolution of RLS within 3 days.
RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME (RLS). All Classes. (Updated ). DISEASE Wellbutrin (a Dopamine/Norepinephrine-Reuptake Inhibitor) on.
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