INDICATIONS
Zyban is an antidepressant medication. Zyban is used to treat major depressive disorder and seasonal affective disorder. Zyban brand of bupropion is used to help people stop smoking by reducing cravings and other withdrawal effects. Zyban may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
INSTRUCTIONS
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Bupropion can be taken with or without food.
Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole. Breaking the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time, which could increase side effects including seizures.
If you take Zyban to help you stop smoking, you may continue to smoke for about 1 week after you start the medicine. Set a date to quit smoking during the second week of treatment. Talk to your doctor if you are having trouble quitting after you have used Zyban for at least 7 weeks.
Using nicotine with Zyban may raise your blood pressure and your doctor may want to check your blood pressure regularly. Do not smoke at any time if you are using a nicotine product along with Zyban. Too much nicotine can cause serious side effects.
Do not stop taking bupropion without first talking to your doctor. You may have unpleasant side effects if you stop taking this medication suddenly. This medication can cause you to have a false positive drug screeningtest. If you provide a urine sample for drug screening, tell the laboratory staff that you are taking bupropion.
STORAGE
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.