Key result
Bupropion may worsen hypertension in cardiac patients, while SSRIs appear safer despite scarce direct evidence.
Why the study?
The comparative adverse effects of bupropion versus SSRIs in patients with congestive heart failure were examined.
Does bupropion increase adverse effects compared to SSRIs in patients with congestive heart failure?
Does bupropion increase adverse effects compared to SSRIs in patients with congestive heart failure?
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Although no direct comparative evidence exists in congestive heart failure, indirect evidence suggests SSRIs are generally considered safe while bupropion may exacerbate hypertension.
No direct evidence comparing the adverse effects of bupropion and SSRIs in patients with congestive heart failure was identified. Indirect evidence suggests bupropion may exacerbate hypertension, whereas SSRIs are generally considered safe in cardiac patients.
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Tripdatabase (2026) studied this question. Bupropion may exacerbate hypertension in cardiac patients whereas SSRIs are generally considered safe, though no direct comparative evidence exists in congestive heart failure.
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