ZYBAN DRUG INFO
IMPORTANT
NOTE: The following
information is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should
not be construed to indicate that use of
Zyban is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your
healthcare professional before using this drug.
BUPROPION
SUSTAINED RELEASE - ORAL (SMOKING DETERRENT) (byou-PRO-pee-on)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Zyban
ZYBAN USES: Zyban is used to help you quit
smoking.
HOW TO USE ZYBAN: Swallow Zyban whole. Do not
crush or chew Zyban or the sustained activity of the
drug will be destroyed and the chances of side effects
occurring may be increased. Take Zyban as directed,
usually twice daily for 7 to 12 weeks. Do not take more
or less medication than prescribed. Since Zyban can
cause sleeplessness at first, it is best not to take
near bedtime. Taking more than the recommended dose of
Zyban will increase your risk of having a seizure. 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 Zyban. Too much nicotine can cause serious side
effects. Do not stop taking Zyban without notifying your
doctor.
ZYBAN SIDE EFFECTS: Zyban is generally well
tolerated. Dry mouth, headache, increased sweating,
nausea/vomiting, constipation, anxiety, fatigue and
blurred vision may occur. If these effects persist or
worsen, notify your doctor. Report promptly: unusual
weight loss or gain, palpitations, agitation, trouble
sleeping. Unlikely but report promptly: tremor,
dizziness, fainting, mood changes, slowed movements,
difficulty urinating, decreased sex drive, drowsiness.
Very unlikely but report promptly: seizures, mental
problems, fever, muscle aches, yellowing of the eyes or
skin. In the unlikely event you have an allergic
reaction to this drug, seek medical attention
immediately. Symptoms may include trouble breathing,
rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
ZYBAN PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical
history, especially of: seizures, head injury, brain
tumor, heart disease, liver problems, kidney problems,
eating disorder, any mental conditions, diabetes,
alcohol dependence, any allergies. Because of the
possibility this drug will make you dizzy and affect
coordination, do not drive or operate machinery until
you get used to the drug's effects. 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 Zyban
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 Zyban.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become
pregnant before taking this drug. Zyban passes into
breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the
infant, breast-feeding while using Zyban is not
recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
ZYBAN DRUG INTERACTIONS: Before taking bupropion
tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription
medications you may use especially: MAO inhibitors
(e.g., isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine,
pargyline, selegiline, linezolid, furazolidone),
levodopa, ritonavir, corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone),
sedatives, adrenaline-like stimulants (e.g., ephedrine),
products containing nicotine (e.g., patches or gum).
Also report use of drugs which might increase seizure
risk (decrease seizure threshold) such as:
phenothiazines (e.g., chlorpromazine), tricyclic
antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline), isoniazid (INH),
theophylline. Excess caffeine intake can increase the
chance of seizures with this drug. Check all
nonprescription/prescription drug labels for caffeine.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist. A certain product
used to help quit smoking contains bupropion. Do not
take that product while using this one. Do not start or
stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
ZYBAN OVERDOSE: If Zyban overdose is suspected,
contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
blurred vision, lightheadedness, confusion, nausea, and
seizures.
ZYBAN NOTES: Do not allow anyone else to take
this medication.
ZYBAN MISSED DOSE: Take any missed dose of Zyban
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.
ZYBAN STORAGE: Store Zyban at room temperature
and keep away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store
in the bathroom. |
