Zyban Medication - Uses & Side Effects

Zyban is a nicotine-free quit-smoking aid. It contains the same active ingredient as the antidepressant medication Wellbutrin. It works by boosting the levels of several chemical messengers in the brain.

Zyban Dosage

• The usual starting dose is one 150-milligram tablet in the morning for the first 3 days.

Uses of Zyban

• It is used to quit-smoking.
• It may also be used to treats other medical conditions those are listed in this medication guide.

Side Effects of Zyban

Before taken Zyban medicine, you should discuss the side effects with your doctor. If any develop or change in intensity, then you should inform your doctor as soon as possible. Because only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Zyban. Side effects may include:

• Dry mouth
• Sleeplessness

Warnings and precautions before taking Zyban:

• If you have a seizure while you are taking Zyban, then you should stop taking the drug.
• You should call your doctor immediately if you have difficulty breathing or swallowing; notice swelling in your face, lips, tongue, or throat; develop swollen arms and legs; or break out with itchy eruptions.
• After taken this medicine, then you may feel dizzy, or drowsiness. So you should not participate in any activities that require alertness such as driving and operate machinery.
• If you have a liver or kidney condition, then you should tell your doctort. Because your dosage may need to be reduced.

Drug Interaction :-

If you are taking Zyban with certain other drugs, then the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. So it is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Zyban with the following:

• Alcohol
• Beta blockers such as Inderal, Lopressor, and Tenormin
• Cyclophosphamide
• Heart-stabilizing drugs such as Rythmol and Tambocor
• Levodopa
• Major tranquilizers such as Haldol, Risperdal and Thorazine
• Orphenadrine
• Phenobarbital
• Steroids such as prednisone and hydrocortisone
• Theophylline
• Warfarin

Overdose

After taken Zyban if you feel that overdose is suspected, then you should contact with your doctor immediately. Because it may lead to another serious effect. Symptoms of a Zyban overdose include:

• Blurred vision
• Confusion
• Grogginess
• Jitteriness
• Light-headedness
• Nausea
• Seizure

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