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Zyban, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression, Smoking Addiction. Zyban also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Zyban depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Zyban include Excessive sweating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zyban can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zyban go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Zyban has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zyban related warnings talks about Zyban's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zyban can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zyban in conditions like Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Zyban have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Zyban may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zyban, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zyban is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Zyban safe for pregnant women?
Zyban can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Zyban, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zyban safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Zyban. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Zyban on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Zyban on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Zyban on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zyban on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zyban on the Heart?
Zyban may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Zyban should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zyban unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zyban habit forming or addictive?
Zyban does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zyban, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Zyban can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Zyban only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zyban has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zyban
Taking Zyban with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zyban
Taking alcohol with Zyban can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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