Zyban
- (bupropion hydrochloride)
Zyban Uses
Zyban (bupropion hydrochloride) is a nicotine-free
pill that helps you quit smoking.
How does Zyban (bupropion hydrochloride) work?
Zyban (bupropion hydrochloride) helps you quit
smoking by stimulating the part of the brain that's addicted to
the ingredients in cigarettes.
How to take Zyban
Take Zyban (bupropion hydrochloride) exactly as
directed by your doctor. DO NOT take more Zyban than what's prescribed
to you. The normal recommended dose for Zyban is one 150 mg tablet
in the morning for the first three days. On the fourth day, begin
taking one 150 mg tablet in the morning and one 150 mg tablet in
the evening. Doses should be taken at least 8 hours apart. Swallow
Zyban tablets whole. Do not chew, crush or divide them.
Zyban precautions
Zyban (bupropion hydrochloride) may cause dizziness
or sleepiness in some patients. Use caution when driving or operating
heavy machinery. Do not smoke if you are using the nicotine patch
or any other nicotine product along with Zyban. Otherwise you may
consume too much nicotine and experience serious side effects.
While you are taking Zyban limit your alcohol consumption. People
who drink a lot of alcohol and then suddenly stop increase their
chances of experiencing seizures. Do not take Zyban if you:
- Are taking Wellbutrin (bupropion HCl) Tablets
- Are taking any other medicines that contain bupropion HCl
- Have or have had a seizure disorder
- Have or have had an eating disorder
- Are abruptly discontinuing the use of alcohol or sedatives,
- Are currently taking or have recently taken a monoamine oxidase
inhibitor (MAOI)
- Are allergic to bupropion HCl
- Are pregnant or nursing
What to tell your doctor
Using Zyban (bupropion hydrochloride) with nicotine
patches can raise your blood pressure. If you suffer from high
blood pressure discuss with your doctor about using Zyban in conjunction
with other smoking cessations. Also, be sure to tell your doctor
if you have liver or kidney problems. Depending on the severity
of your condition, your doctor may need to adjust your dose. Zyban
is not recommended for women who are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Women should notify their healthcare professional if they become
pregnant or intend to become pregnant while taking Zyban.
Zyban (bupropion hydrochloride) side effects
If you experience an allergic reaction, seizure,
or irregular heartbeat while taking Zyban stop treatment and seek
medical attention immediately. The most common side effects of
Zyban are dry mouth and insomnia. Other common but less serious
side effects of Zyban include:
- Tremors, restlessness, agitation or anxiety
- Dizziness or drowsiness
- Sweating
- Skin rash
- Ringing in ears
- Flu-like symptoms
- Frequent urination
- Headache
- Weight loss or gain
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