Who should not take Wellbutrin XL?
Do not take Wellbutrin XL if you have a seizure disorder, anorexia or bulimia (eating disorders), or if you are going through alcohol recovery. In addition, you should not take Wellbutrin XL if you are taking Zyban or any other medicines that contain bupropion hydrochloride, such as Wellbutrin or Wellbutrin SR, or if you have suddenly stopped taking sedatives. Do not take monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) within 2 weeks before or after treatment with this medication. In some cases a serious, possibly fatal, reaction may occur. Examples of MAOIs include selegiline and the antidepressants phenelzine and tranylcypromine. Also, do not begin treatment with Wellbutrin XL if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.