Is bupropion brand or generic?

Is bupropion available as both brand and generic?

Bupropion is sold in both brand-name and generic forms. The active ingredient is the same, but the product name depends on the manufacturer and formulation.

What brand names does bupropion come in?

Common brand names include Wellbutrin (and related formulations such as XL, SR, and IR), depending on the specific release type your prescription is for.

If it’s generic, what exactly is the generic called?

The generic drug name is bupropion (for example, bupropion XL or bupropion SR), reflecting the same formulation type as the brand.

Does brand vs generic affect effectiveness?

For most patients, generic bupropion is considered equivalent to the brand version when it’s the same formulation (IR vs SR vs XL) and the same dose, because they use the same active ingredient.

How to tell what you’re being prescribed

Check the label for the “drug name” (often either “bupropion” or “bupropion XL/SR/IR”) and the strength (mg). That will tell you whether you’re looking at the brand product or a generic version.