Bupropion HCL
Bupropion HCL
Bupropion HCL
(Zyban, Wellbutrin)
(Zyban, Wellbutrin)
(Zyban, Wellbutrin)
Bupropion (Zyban), a medication developed
and marketed to treat depression under the
name Wellbutrin, can help people who want to
stop smoking without using nicotine patches
or gum. Bupropion is believed to stimulate
dopamine, a brain chemical that causes a
"feel-good" response similar to that produced
by nicotine and other drugs of addiction.
Bupropion (Zyban), a medication developed
and marketed to treat depression under the
name Wellbutrin, can help people who want to
stop smoking without using nicotine patches
or gum. Bupropion is believed to stimulate
dopamine, a brain chemical that causes a
"feel-good" response similar to that produced
by nicotine and other drugs of addiction.
Bupropion (Zyban), a medication developed
and marketed to treat depression under the
name Wellbutrin, can help people who want to
stop smoking without using nicotine patches
or gum. Bupropion is believed to stimulate
dopamine, a brain chemical that causes a
"feel-good" response similar to that produced
by nicotine and other drugs of addiction.
This medication does not contain nicotine and
is not addicting. Studies suggest that this
medication may be as effective as nicotine
patches in aiding people who want to stop
smoking. Bupropion is easily absorbed by the
digestive system and has no adverse effect
on the heart.
This medication does not contain nicotine and
is not addicting. Studies suggest that this
medication may be as effective as nicotine
patches in aiding people who want to stop
smoking. Bupropion is easily absorbed by the
digestive system and has no adverse effect
on the heart.
This medication does not contain nicotine and
is not addicting. Studies suggest that this
medication may be as effective as nicotine
patches in aiding people who want to stop
smoking. Bupropion is easily absorbed by the
digestive system and has no adverse effect
on the heart.
USE
This medication does not contain nicotine.
You should not use this medication if you are
already taking Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin Sr or
any other medicines containing bupropion
HCL; have had an eating disorder; have a
history of seizure; are pregnant or breastfeeding; or are currently taking or have
recently taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO)
inhibitor. Tell your physician the name and
dosage of every medication you are taking.
USE
This medication does not contain nicotine.
You should not use this medication if you are
already taking Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin Sr or
any other medicines containing bupropion
HCL; have had an eating disorder; have a
history of seizure; are pregnant or breastfeeding; or are currently taking or have
recently taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO)
inhibitor. Tell your physician the name and
dosage of every medication you are taking.
USE
This medication does not contain nicotine.
You should not use this medication if you are
already taking Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin Sr or
any other medicines containing bupropion
HCL; have had an eating disorder; have a
history of seizure; are pregnant or breastfeeding; or are currently taking or have
recently taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO)
inhibitor. Tell your physician the name and
dosage of every medication you are taking.
The starting dose for bupropion is usually 150
mg once a day for 3-7 days. The dose is
increased to 150 mg twice per day. The
evening dose should be taken before 5 pm to
reduce the likelihood of insomnia or sleep
The starting dose for bupropion is usually 150
mg once a day for 3-7 days. The dose is
increased to 150 mg twice per day. The
evening dose should be taken before 5 pm to
reduce the likelihood of insomnia or sleep
The starting dose for bupropion is usually 150
mg once a day for 3-7 days. The dose is
increased to 150 mg twice per day. The
evening dose should be taken before 5 pm to
reduce the likelihood of insomnia or sleep
disturbances. Doses should be taken at least
8 hours a part.
disturbances. Doses should be taken at least
8 hours a part.
disturbances. Doses should be taken at least
8 hours a part.
If you forget to take a dose, do not take an
extra tablet to “catch up” for the dose you
forgot. Wait and take your next tablet at
the regular time.
If you forget to take a dose, do not take an
extra tablet to “catch up” for the dose you
forgot. Wait and take your next tablet at
the regular time.
If you forget to take a dose, do not take an
extra tablet to “catch up” for the dose you
forgot. Wait and take your next tablet at
the regular time.
SIDE EFFECTS
The most common side effects include dry
mouth, headache, and difficulty sleeping.
These side effects are generally mild and
often disappear after a few weeks.
SIDE EFFECTS
The most common side effects include dry
mouth, headache, and difficulty sleeping.
These side effects are generally mild and
often disappear after a few weeks.
SIDE EFFECTS
The most common side effects include dry
mouth, headache, and difficulty sleeping.
These side effects are generally mild and
often disappear after a few weeks.
There is a chance that approximately 1 out of
every 1,000 people taking bupropion will have
a seizure. The chance of this happening
increases if you: have a seizure disorder, have
or have had an eating disorder, take more
than the recommended dose, or take other
medications with the same ingredient
(Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin SR, Zyban).
There is a chance that approximately 1 out of
every 1,000 people taking bupropion will have
a seizure. The chance of this happening
increases if you: have a seizure disorder, have
or have had an eating disorder, take more
than the recommended dose, or take other
medications with the same ingredient
(Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin SR, Zyban).
There is a chance that approximately 1 out of
every 1,000 people taking bupropion will have
a seizure. The chance of this happening
increases if you: have a seizure disorder, have
or have had an eating disorder, take more
than the recommended dose, or take other
medications with the same ingredient
(Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin SR, Zyban).
While this medication can be an effective tool
to help you stop smoking, it works best when
used as a part of a treatment program that
includes the support and counseling of
healthcare professionals.
While this medication can be an effective tool
to help you stop smoking, it works best when
used as a part of a treatment program that
includes the support and counseling of
healthcare professionals.
While this medication can be an effective tool
to help you stop smoking, it works best when
used as a part of a treatment program that
includes the support and counseling of
healthcare professionals.