ratio-Bupropion SR
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
AplenzinT;Budeprion SR?;Budeprion XL? [DSC];Buproban?;ForfivoT XL;Wellbutrin SR?;Wellbutrin XL?;Wellbutrin?;Zyban?
Brand Names: Canada:
Ava-Bupropion SR;Bupropion SR?;Novo-Bupropion SR;PMS-Bupropion SR;ratio-Bupropion SR;Sandoz-Bupropion SR;Wellbutrin? SR;Wellbutrin? XL;Zyban?
Uses
- It is used to treat low mood (depression).
- It is used to help you stop smoking.
- It is used to treat attention deficit problems with hyperactivity.
- Bupropion raises chemicals in the brain.
- With low mood (depression), sleep and eating habits may get better fast. Other signs may take up to 4 to 6 weeks to get better.
- It eases the need to smoke and helps with withdrawal signs from smoking. It does not contain nicotine.
- It has a calming effect with attention deficit problems.
Dosing
How to take
- To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
- Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.
- Long-acting products: Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
- You may take this drug for 1 week before you stop smoking.
- Nicotine products and counseling may be used at the same time for best results.
- Take tablet early in the day to stop sleep problems. Take at least 6 hours before bedtime.
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