Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] is a medicine that is used by smokers as an aid to help quit smoking. Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] is a nicotine free substance that can help the patient to quit smoking. Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] contains buproprion which works by increasing the quantity of various chemical messengers present in the human brain. The increase of these chemicals in brain decrease the smoking urges in patients and also makes them experience lesser withdrawal symptoms. About 30% of people using Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] are able to give up smoking at least for one month after using this quit smoking aid. Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] is especially useful for patients having emphysema and chronic bronchitis for whom giving up smoking is extremely essential.
Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] is not a complete treatment in itself but has to be taken in combination with a patient support program comprising of counseling, behavioral programs and other supports which your healthcare professionals prescribe. Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] can cause convulsions and hence this medicine should not be taken by patients that suffer from epilepsy or seizure disorders.
Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] users can experience a sudden decrease in their urge within one week of using this quit smoking aid. However the patients have to take Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] for 7-12 weeks before the complete smoking cessation effects are seen. Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] can be taken along with nicotine patches to quit smoking but only under doctor’s supervision. Using two quit smoking aid together can cause severe side effects such as rising of blood pressure and hence use this medicine only as per doctor’s prescription.
How to use
Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] should be used along with counseling to see maximum benefits. This medicine should be taken twice a day with or without food. Maintain a gap of 8 hours between two dosages. Do not use more than 150mg per dose and the total quantity of medicine taken during the day should not exceed 300mg. As use of Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] can cause trouble in sleeping and hence do not take second dose too close to the bedtime. Medicine should be taken for 1 week before you attempt to quit smoking and would require 7-12 weeks to give up smoking. Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] dosages are dependent on patient’s age, medical history and their response to the treatment.
Side Effects
Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] users can commonly experience sleeping problems, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, blurred vision, change of taste, abdominal or stomach pain, dryness of mouth and nausea. In extreme cases Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] can suffer from irregular heartbeats, muscle aches, severe headaches, tremors, agitation and in rare cases can experience tremors. Inform the doctor immediately when you suffer these serious side effects.
Drug Interaction
Doctors should be informed of all the prescription and non prescription medications that you are using before starting with Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride]. Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] should be taken with cautions with following medicine:
• Iomeprol, thioridazine and other x ray dyes
• Do not use MAO inhibitors for at least 2 weeks before as well as after the treatment
• Diabetic medicines, warfarin, stimulants, sedatives, HIV drugs, antidepressants, beta blockers etc and any other medicine which can cause seizures
Over Dose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Notes
Keep all appointments with your doctor. Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.
Missed Dose
If you are taking the extended-release or the prompt-release form of this medicine and you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take double doses. In case of overdose, the victim may show symptoms like blurred vision, lightheadedness, hallucinations, seizures and loss of consciousness.
Uses
Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] is a part of the stop smoking program which is used to help you quit smoking. Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] reduces the urge to smoke and also reduces the withdrawal symptoms. Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] is also found effective in treating mental disorders and depression.
Storage
Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] should be stored at a room temperature of 20-25 degree Celsius away from light and moisture. The medicine should be kept away from pet and children. Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] should not be stored in bathroom.
Precaution
Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] should be taken with caution by users:
• Having seizures or eating disorders
• People that have a history of drug or alcohol abuse, diabetes, brain tumor, heart disease, head injury, high blood pressure, kidney and liver disease as well as people that have the problem of seizures
• Zyban [bupropion hydrochloride] should be avoided by pregnant ladies and feeding mothers
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