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Zyban

Zyban

Bupropion

Bupropion tablets for smoking cessation. It works on the same brain chemicals that nicotine affects, easing cravings.

Active ingredient
Bupropion
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
150mg

Zyban is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.

Supply requirements for Zyban depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.

Zyban details

Alternative names
bupropion
Therapeutic class
Aminoketone Antidepressant
Pharmacological class
Smoking Cessation Agent
Known off-label uses
major depressive disorder; attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Minor side effects
dry mouth; headache; nausea
Moderate side effects
insomnia; anxiety; weight loss
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
GlaxoSmithKline
Onset Time
1–2 weeks
Duration
12–24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
MAO Inhibitors; Alcohol; Levodopa
Age restrictions
Approved for adults over eighteen years.
Contraindications

seizure disorders; bulimia or anorexia nervosa; abrupt alcohol withdrawal; MAO inhibitor therapy

Serious side effects

seizures, requires immediate medical attention; suicidal ideation, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Bupropion tablets for smoking cessation. It works on the same brain chemicals that nicotine affects, easing cravings.

Mechanism of action

Inhibits the neuronal reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine, stabilising synaptic arousal pathways to reduce addiction cues.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use if potential benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: Expelled in low amounts.

What you will receive

Zyban names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.

  • A generic containing Bupropion at the strength you pick.
  • Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
  • Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.

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