Question: are wellbutrin and bupropion the same thing?
Answer: Zyban (bupropion) and Wellbutrin (bupropion) are both forms of the antidepressant bupropion used for different purposes. Zyban is used for smoking cessation. Wellbutrin is used for the management of major depression and seasonal affective disorder. The Wellbutrin brand of bupropion is used to treat depression.