Zyban - Generic tablet (Bupropion Hydrochloride)

CHEMICAL NAME Bupropion HCL (byoo-PROW-peen-aan)

Zyban (Bupropion HCL) is used in combination with counseling services to help quit smoking. It helps to decrease nicotine withdrawal symptoms like irritability, anxiety and control urge to smoke.

The medicine belongs to antidepressants and very limited research is available on its effect on the human body in overcoming the urges to smoke. It is believed that the same restores the balance using natural chemicals in the brain.

It is important to discuss with your doctor if you are pregnant or if you are breastfeeding so that the medical professional can plan your dosage accordingly. 

Common side effects of using Zyban (Bupropion HCL) includes - dry mouth and trouble in sleeping, drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, fatigue, increased sweating, constipation, stomach pain, etc. 

However, much serious side effects may include - 

• Extreme chest pain
• Fainting
• Fast heartbeat
• Irregular heartbeat
• Agitation or confusion
• Ringing in ears
• Severe headache
• Tremors
• Unusual weight loss or gain
• Pain, tenderness, etc. 

Do not use the Zyban (Bupropion HCL)  if you are allergic to it or if you have certain health issues like seizures, brain injury, tumor, eating disorders, alcohol dependence, heart issues, bipolar disorders, glaucoma, liver or kidney issues, high cholesterol levels, etc.

Before you start using the medication, talk to your doctor about your existing medical conditions and the Over the counter drugs or supplements. Also, quit smoking only after one week of taking the medication to reduce the effect of quitting the same.