What should you know about Wellbutrin dizziness?

Dizziness may feel like lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or a sensation that the room is moving. It can be related to the medicine, but dehydration, heat exposure, low blood glucose, anaemia, an irregular heart rhythm, or an inner-ear problem can also contribute. Notice whether it begins soon after a dose, appears when standing, follows missed food or fluids, or comes with spinning, palpitations, weakness, or headache.

Sit or lie down when dizzy and rise slowly once the feeling settles. Drink fluids if you can do so safely, eat regular meals, and avoid driving, heights, or machinery until your balance and alertness are reliable. Take Wellbutrin exactly as prescribed; do not stop suddenly or change the dose without the prescriber. Keep a brief record of dose timing, symptoms, food, fluids, and other medicines.

Arrange prompt medical advice if dizziness persists, repeatedly returns, causes falls, or interferes with daily activities. Seek urgent help for fainting, chest pain, severe breathlessness, a new severe headache, one-sided weakness, confusion, a seizure, or a racing or irregular heartbeat. A clinician may review the prescription, blood pressure, hydration, glucose, and other possible causes.

Ask whether the timing fits a Wellbutrin effect, whether another medicine or condition could be contributing, and what to do if a dose is missed. You can also ask whether blood pressure or blood tests are appropriate and which activities should be avoided while symptoms continue.