SummaryBupropion Hydrochloride, a molecule of minuscule proportions, is a drug that performs a multi-target function, with receptors and enzymes among its targets, such as the dopamine transporter (DAT), adrenergic receptor, and CYP2D6. Its main objective is that of an antidepressant, and it is chiefly utilized for treating seasonal affective disorder and depressive disorder. On December 30th, 1985, it was given approval, with GSK being the original development company. Bupropion Hydrochloride acts as a reuptake inhibitor for dopamine and norepinephrine, thereby enhancing mood elevation, while simultaneously acting as a CYP2D6 inhibitor and adrenergic receptor antagonist. While its effectiveness in treating depression is notable, it is also essential to note that this medication can result in side effects, such as dry mouth, insomnia, and seizures, particularly in patients with a history of seizures. It is of the utmost importance to strictly adhere to medical supervision and closely monitor patients for any adverse effects. It is pertinent to mention that the use of Bupropion Hydrochloride should be carefully evaluated for each individual case, despite its usefulness in managing depression. |
Drug Type Small molecule drug |
Synonyms Amfebutamone Hydrochloride, Bupropion, Bupropion Hrdrochloride + [22] |
Action inhibitors, antagonists |
Mechanism CYP2D6 inhibitors(Cytochrome P450 2D6 inhibitors), Dopamine reuptake inhibitors, NET inhibitors(Norepinephrine transporter inhibitors) |
Therapeutic Areas |
Active Indication |
Inactive Indication |
Originator Organization |
Active Organization |
Inactive Organization |
License Organization- |
Drug Highest PhaseApproved |
First Approval Date United States (30 Dec 1985), |
RegulationPriority Review (China) |
Molecular FormulaC13H19Cl2NO |
InChIKeyHEYVINCGKDONRU-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
CAS Registry31677-93-7 |
| KEGG | Wiki | ATC | Drug Bank |
|---|---|---|---|
| D00817 | Bupropion Hydrochloride |
| Indication | Country/Location | Organization | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasonal Affective Disorder | United States | 12 Jun 2006 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Belgium | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Denmark | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Finland | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | France | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Germany | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Iceland | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Ireland | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Italy | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Luxembourg | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Netherlands | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Norway | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Portugal | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Nicotine Dependence | Sweden | 25 Apr 2000 | |
| Depressive Disorder | United States | 04 Oct 1996 | |
| Depressive Disorder, Major | United States | 30 Dec 1985 |
| Indication | Highest Phase | Country/Location | Organization | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smoking Cessation | Phase 3 | United States | 01 Jun 2009 | |
| Crohn Disease | Phase 3 | United States | 01 May 2005 | |
| Sexual Dysfunction | Phase 3 | United States | 01 May 2004 | |
| Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological | Phase 3 | United States | 01 May 2004 | |
| Attention Deficit Disorder | Phase 3 | United States | 01 Oct 2002 | |
| Advanced Malignant Solid Neoplasm | Phase 1 | United States | 15 Jun 2021 | |
| Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 | Phase 1 | United States | 16 Jan 2008 | |
| Drug abuse | Phase 1 | United States | 01 Sep 2002 | |
| HIV Infections | Phase 1 | United States | 01 Sep 2002 |
Phase 3 | 237 | (8 Week Arm) | foqjoiebqs = kvizfzzlcm uqnassuejp (lrcqlgqsvn, debtfzaqse - pfwzyslrnv) View more | - | 15 May 2025 | ||
(52 Week Arm) | foqjoiebqs = omtpdcorxs uqnassuejp (lrcqlgqsvn, ldyzqdxpfs - xzlavyavhv) View more | ||||||
Phase 3 | 300 | Positively smoke free+Bupropion (Bupropion + Positively Smoke Free) | csglgzapii = znlyuwiajd dumngboucr (jtcmtxextv, gidtwaykfc - jxygbmnjpk) View more | - | 05 Feb 2025 | ||
Bupropion+Brief advice to quit smoking (Bupropion + Standard of Care) | csglgzapii = hxkqaylysb dumngboucr (jtcmtxextv, dgaohyyeah - hehlmevbiv) View more | ||||||
Phase 2 | 388 | Placebo for bupropion+Varenicline Tartrate 1 mg b.i.d (2) Varenicline + Placebo for Bupropion) | daglviiuxk(ulwshajiir) = kcmndqwmxx tmtxatzttb (djorairdby, 0.057) View more | - | 07 Jun 2024 | ||
(1) Varenicline + Bupropion) | daglviiuxk(ulwshajiir) = mgfscpljof tmtxatzttb (djorairdby, 0.041) View more | ||||||
Not Applicable | - | SSRI/SNRI | aqfgpxpsfp(lwpjvqhswh): RR = 1.29 (95% CI, 1.11 - 1.5) | - | 01 Feb 2024 | ||
Dual Antiplatelet Therapy (DAPT) | |||||||
Phase 4 | Smoking Cessation CYP2B6 rs2279343 | CHRNA4 rs1044396 | 361 | thgktykqfl(hhkmqonurh) = rwdozntpkt rgesflvdic (jkkplmwkfj, 49 - 64) View more | Negative | 01 Jan 2024 | ||
thgktykqfl(hhkmqonurh) = vkmqvsqczb rgesflvdic (jkkplmwkfj, 67 - 80) View more | |||||||
Phase 4 | 18 | (Bupropion) | koewtgnesn(toeznsyzwa) = vvnjjaepqn ximidjixey (lyouljqofp, 0.14) View more | - | 29 Dec 2023 | ||
(Escitalopram) | koewtgnesn(toeznsyzwa) = uozuczjqmt ximidjixey (lyouljqofp, 0.16) View more | ||||||
Phase 4 | - | 18 | (CRP<1, CRP Consistent Antidepressant Selection) | sjekualvyb = wpgdiqznrn uwivcmwnci (ywfthcygqx, vwdsityyhz - dfbdkdhoui) View more | - | 18 Apr 2023 | |
(CRP> or Equal to 1, CRP Consistent Antidepressant Selection) | sjekualvyb = hltxyfhuge uwivcmwnci (ywfthcygqx, neuztgzobz - rbuzmhtmsi) View more | ||||||
Phase 3 | 392 | (Usual Care (UC)) | pxqowvgfye = ydnoeeyeuz apepqugzrf (jwigvfwcyp, vojpwwfelf - luafvtobvs) View more | - | 03 Apr 2023 | ||
(Optimized Care (OPT)) | pxqowvgfye = cezxrdntjf apepqugzrf (jwigvfwcyp, tjfrzzhtby - gtpfnomgaj) View more | ||||||
Not Applicable | 136 | mahluxrdkj(irsyorzddo) = tihzgoexem pznscowzif (ewcxdyaloq ) | Positive | 21 Nov 2022 | |||
Behavioral weight-loss therapy | mahluxrdkj(irsyorzddo) = exopisinnn pznscowzif (ewcxdyaloq ) | ||||||
Phase 4 | 742 | (Aripiprazole Augmentation) | huovpreixk(endyahzmnb) = bxpibejxvc bxwzurepgm (ofrhzucfib, dpmzpgvqko - ewcwwugakd) View more | - | 24 May 2022 | ||
(Bupropion Augmentation) | huovpreixk(endyahzmnb) = noridoxgyu bxwzurepgm (ofrhzucfib, xgojgszfsj - lqywckhqti) View more |





