Side Effects of Zyban.
Bupropion is an antidepressant of the aminoketone class. The brand
name Wellbutrin is used to treat
depression while the brand name Zyban SR
is used as a smoking cessation aid. Wellbutrin and Zyban have the
same side effects, which range from mild - like dry mouth, nausea
and drowsiness - to life-threatening Zyban side effects like liver
failure and increased suicide
risk Addiction and subsequent
withdrawal symptoms also
rank on the list of serious Zyban side effects. Each individual
will experience Zyban side effects differently. This list of Zyban
side effects might not cover all adverse side effects of Zyban.
People seeking depression relief should carefully evaluate Zyban
side effects before deciding to take Zyban. Consult your
healthcare professional about Zyban side effects before using this
drug. The natural antidepressant Deprex
is a safe and effective depression treatment scientifically
formulated to elevate mood without the potentially harmful side
effects commonly associated with Zyban. Self-help techniques,
psychotherapy, diet and lifestyle changes or a combination of
approaches have also successfully worked at treating depression.
The FDA issued a public health alert for bupropion (Wellbutrin,
Zyban) in March 2004 warning that side effects include deeper
depression and an increased suicide risk. Zyban has also been
linked to Parkinson’s Disease.
Only you can decide if Zyban is the best treatment for you. If
considering using Zyban, thoroughly discuss Zyban side effect
concerns with your physician.
Zyban Side Effects:
_ Agitation.
_ Irritability.
_ Deepened depression.
_ Increased risk of suicide.
_ Shortness of breath.
_ Headache.
_ Insomnia or sleeplessness.
_ Seizures.
_ Rapid or irregular heartbeats.
_ Chest pain.
_ Nightmares.
_ Change in sex drive or ability.
_ Impotence.
_ Loss of libido.
_ Difficulty urinating or frequent urination.
_ Anxiety.
_ Tremors.
_ Restlessness.
_ Dry mouth.
_ Drowsiness.
_ Weakness.
_ Dizziness.
_ Weight gain or weight loss.
_ Excessive sweating.
_ Ringing in the ears.
_ Flu-like symptoms such as aching muscles, fatigue, and
discomfort.
_ Fever.
_ Skin rash.
_ Itching.
_ Hives.
_ Constipation.
_ Blurred vision.
_ Loss of coordination.
_ Muscle or joint pain.
An allergic reaction is a possible Zyban side effect. Stop taking
Zyban and contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency
medical treatment if you experience difficulty breathing, closing
of the throat, swelling of the lips, face, or tongue, hives, a
fast or irregular heartbeat or seizures. Contact your doctor
immediately if you experience yellowing of the skin or eyes.
Do not stop taking Zyban without first talking to your doctor.
Your doctor may need to gradually reduce the dose before stopping
Zyban completely. Suddenly stopping Zyban may cause unpleasant and
potentially serious side effects.
*This antidepressant drug information does not
endorse Zyban, diagnose patients or recommend therapy. The
information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible
warnings, uses, precautions, drug interactions, allergic
reactions, or adverse side effects of Zyban. If you have questions
about the drugs you are taking, check with your health care
provider or pharmacist. The information provided should not be
construed to indicate that Zyban is safe, effective or
appropriate.
