What is generic for wellbutrin?

What is the generic name for Wellbutrin?

Wellbutrin is the brand name for bupropion. The most common “generic for Wellbutrin” is bupropion (sold in multiple formulations such as immediate-release and extended-release).

What types of Wellbutrin have different generic forms?

Wellbutrin comes in several versions, and the corresponding generic depends on the formulation:
- Wellbutrin (immediate-release): generic is typically bupropion immediate-release
- Wellbutrin XL (extended-release): generic is typically bupropion extended-release (XL)
- Wellbutrin SR (sustained-release): generic is typically bupropion sustained-release (SR)

Are there other “generic Wellbutrin” products besides bupropion?

Yes. There are also other brands that use different bupropion formulations (still containing the same active ingredient, bupropion). The key is that the active ingredient is what makes it the generic equivalent, while the release mechanism (IR/SR/XL) affects dosing and how the medication is absorbed.

Who makes generic bupropion?

Multiple manufacturers produce generic bupropion, but specific companies vary by formulation and strength. If you tell me the exact Wellbutrin product you mean (XL, SR, or immediate-release) and the dose, I can narrow down the likely generic type more precisely.

Sources

• [1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/patent/Wellbutrin-bupropion.html