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MEDICATION INFORMATION:
The
following information is a summary about Zyban. It is
not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.(BUPROPION
sustained release - ORAL)
USES
Zyban is used to help you quit smoking.
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HOW
TO TAKE THIS MEDICATION
Swallow this medication whole. Do not crush or chew
them or the sustained activity of the drug will be destroyed
and the chances of side effects occurring may be increased.
Take as directed, usually twice daily for 7 to 12 weeks.
Do not take more or less medication than prescribed.
Since this drug can cause sleeplessness at first, it
is best not to take near bedtime. It is advised to continue
smoking for the first week after starting this drug
until it reaches higher levels in your blood. Do not
smoke if using any nicotine products with this drug.
Too much nicotine can cause serious side effects.
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SIDE
EFFECTS
This medication is generally well tolerated. Dry mouth,
headache, increased sweating, constipation, anxiety
and fatigue may occur. If these effects persist or worsen,
notify your doctor.
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PRECAUTIONS
Before taking Zyban tell your doctor if you have a history
of seizures, head injury, brain tumor; heart, liver
or kidney disease, an eating disorder or any mental
conditions, diabetes or if you have any allergies. Limit
or avoid consumption of alcoholic beverages; alcohol
can increase your risk of seizures. Chronic alcohol
users who suddenly stop the intake of alcohol while
taking bupropion may increase the risk of having seizures.
Suddenly stopping certain tranquilizers (e.g., diazepam,
chlordiazepoxide) is not recommended because doing so
may increase the risk of having seizures. Elderly patients
may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug. Tell
your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant
before taking it. Zyban is excreted into breast milk.
Because of the potential risk to the infant, BREAST-FEEDING
WHILE USING THIS DRUG IS NOT RECOMMENDED. Consult your
doctor before breast-feeding.
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DRUG
INTERACTIONS
Before taking Zyban tell your doctor of all nonprescription
and prescription medications you may use especially
MAO inhibitors (e.g., isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine,
pargyline, selegiline, furazolidone), levodopa, theophylline,
corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), seizure medications,
sedatives, ritonavir, tranquilizers/psychiatric drugs
(e.g., chlorpromazine), other antidepressants (e.g.,
amitriptyline), salicylates (e.g., aspirin, salsalate),
isoniazid, chlolinesterase inhibitors (e.g., tacrine,
donepezil), morphine, and adrenaline-like drugs (e.g.,
pseudoephedrine). Excess caffeine intake can increase
the chance of seizures with this drug. Check all nonprescription/prescription
drug labels for caffeine. Consult doctor or pharmacist.
A certain product used to help quit smoking contains
bupropion. Do not take that product while using this
one.
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NOTES
Do not allow anyone else to take Zyban..
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MISSED
DOSE
Take any missed dose as soon as possible but not if
it is within 8 hours of the next dose. If it is time
for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your
regular schedule. Do not "double up" the dose.
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STORAGE
Store at room temperature and keep away from moisture
and sunlight. KEEP ZYBAN AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF
THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
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For more information on Zyban, you can visit www.zyban.com
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