Warning: following details is intended to supplement, not substitute since, the expertise & expertise about your pharmacist. it should not be construed to indicate that use of medication is safe or effective for you. Consult youre physician before using this drug.

Bupropion sustained release - oral (smoking deterrent)

(byou-pro-pee-on)

common brand names: Zyban

Zyban Usage: it medication is used to help you quit smoking.

How to use Zyban: Swallow this medication whole. do not crush or chew them or sustained activity of med will be destroyed and the chances of side effects occurring may be increased. Take as directed, usually two times daily for 7 to 12 weeks. do not take more or less tablet than prescribed. since this med may cause sleeplessness in first, It's best not to take near bedtime. Taking more than recommended dose of bupropion will increase your risk of having seizure. this is advised to continue smoking for first week after starting this med, until it reaches higher levels in your blood. do not smoke if using any nicotine products with this pill. Too many nicotine can cause serious side effects. do not stop taking this tablet with-out notifying your pharmacist.

Zyban side effects: this medication is generally well tolerated. Dry mouth, headache, increased sweating, nausea/vomiting, constipation, anxiety, fatigue and blurred vision may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your pharmacist. Report promptly: unusual weight loss or gain, palpitations, agitation, trouble sleeping. Unlikely but report promptly: tremor, dizziness, fainting, mood changes, slowed movements, difficulty urinating, decreased sex drive, drowsiness. Very unlikely but report promptly: seizures, mental problems, fever, muscle aches, yellowing of eyes or skin. in the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek doctor attention immediately. Symptoms may include trouble breathing, rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact your doctor or doctor.

Zyban Precautions: Tell your healthcare professional your medical history, especially of: seizures, head injury, brain tumor, heart disease, liver problems, kidney problems, eating disorder, any mental conditions, diabetes, alcohol dependence, any allergies. Because of possibility this drug will make you dizzy & affect coordination, don't drive or operate machinery until you get used to drug's effects. Limit or avoid consumption of alcoholic beverages; alcohol can increase your risk of seizures. Chronic alcohol users who suddenly stop the intake about alcohol while taking bupropion may increase risk of having seizures. Suddenly stopping certain tranquilizers (e.g., diazepam, chlordiazepoxide) is not recommended because doing so may increase the risk about having seizures. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to the effects of this medication. Tell your healthcare professional if you pregnant or plan to become pregnant before taking this tablet. it medication passes into breast milk. Because of potential risk to infant, breast-feeding while using this drug isnot recommended. Consult your physician before breast-feeding.

Zyban drug interactions: Before taking bupropion tell your physician of every nonprescription and prescription meds you may use especially: MAO inhibitors (e.g., isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, pargyline, selegiline, linezolid, furazolidone), levodopa, ritonavir, warfarin, adrenaline-like stimulants (e.g., ephedrine), goods containing nicotine (e.g., patches or gum). Also report the use about meds which might increase seizure risk (decrease seizure threshold) when combined with bupropion such as phenothiazines (e.g., thioridazine), tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline), isoniazid (INH), or theophylline among others. Consult your healthcare professional or pharmacist for details. Excess caffeine intake can increase chance of seizures with it tablet. check every nonprescription/prescription drug labels for caffeine. Consult you're physician or physician. Certain goods used to treat depression contain bupropion. do not take other bupropion-containing goods while using it one. do not start or stop any medicine without pharmacist or pharmacist approval.

Zyban Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include blurred vision, lightheadedness, confusion, nausea, and seizures.

Zyban special notes: do not allow anyone else to take it drug.

If you missed Zyban dose: Take any missed dose as soon as possible but not if this is within 8 hours of next dose. If it is clock for the following dose, skip the missed dose & resume your regular schedule. do not 'double-up' dose.

Zyban Storage: Store at room temperature and keep away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Bupropion Sustained Release