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Can Belviq And Bupropion Be Taken Together?

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Question : Can I take belviq 10 mg and bupropian 150mg together
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Answered by Dr. Panagiotis Zografakis (27 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
you'd better not!

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

the combination of belviq and bupropion may - albeit rarely - increase the risk for serotonin syndrome which is a very serious disorder that may even lead to death. Therefore using them together is not recommended.

Kind Regards!
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Can Belviq And Bupropion Be Taken Together?

Brief Answer: you'd better not! Detailed Answer: Hello, the combination of belviq and bupropion may - albeit rarely - increase the risk for serotonin syndrome which is a very serious disorder that may even lead to death. Therefore using them together is not recommended. Kind Regards!