The
following information is a summary about Bupropion. It
is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
Bupropion USES
Bupropion medication is used to treat depression.
Bupropion DIRECTIONS
Bupropion may be taken with food if stomach upset occurs.
Take doses at regularly scheduled times each day. Do not
take more or less medication than prescribed and follow
your doctor's instructions carefully. Taking more than
the recommended dose of bupropion will increase your risk
of having a seizure. Do not stop taking this medication
without notifying your doctor. Since Bupropion may cause
sleeplessness at first, it is best not to take this near
bedtime. It may take 4 weeks or more before the full effects
of Bupropion are noticed.
Bupropion SIDE EFFECTS
Bupropion is generally well tolerated. Dry mouth, headache,
increased sweating, nausea/vomiting, constipation, anxiety,
fatigue and blurred vision may occur. If these effects
persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Report promptly:
unusual weight loss or gain, palpitations, agitation, trouble
sleeping. Unlikely but report promptly: tremor, dizziness,
fainting, mood changes, slowed movements, difficulty urinating,
decreased sex drive, drowsiness. Very unlikely but report
promptly: seizures, mental problems, fever, muscle aches,
yellowing of the eyes or skin. In the unlikely event you
have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical attention
immediately. Symptoms may include trouble breathing, rash,
itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Bupropion PRECAUTIONS
Before taking bupropion, tell your doctor if you have:
history of seizures or head injury or brain tumor, heart
disease, liver or kidney disease, eating disorder, diabetes,
alcohol dependence, any allergies, the intent to quit smoking.
Because of the possibility Bupropion will make you dizzy
and affect coordination, do not drive or operate machinery
until you get used to the drug's effects. Limit or avoid
consumption of alcoholic beverages; alcohol can increase
your risk of seizures. Chronic alcohol users who suddenly
stop the intake of alcohol while taking bupropion may increase
the risk of having seizures. Suddenly stopping certain
tranquilizers (e.g., diazepam, chlordiazepoxide) is not
recommended because doing so may increase the risk of having
seizures. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to the
effects of Bupropion. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant
or plan to become pregnant before taking this drug. This
drug passes into breast milk. Because of the potential
risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug
is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Bupropion DRUG INTERACTIONS
Before taking bupropion tell your doctor of all nonprescription
and prescription medications you may use especially: MAO
inhibitors (e.g., isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine,
pargyline, selegiline, linezolid, furazolidone), levodopa,
ritonavir, corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone), sedatives,
adrenaline-like stimulants (e.g., ephedrine), products
containing nicotine (e.g., patches or gum). Also report
use of drugs which might increase seizure risk (decrease
seizure threshold) such as: phenothiazines (e.g., chlorpromazine),
tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline), isoniazid
(INH), theophylline. Excess caffeine intake can increase
the chance of seizures with this drug. Check all nonprescription/prescription
drug labels for caffeine. Consult your doctor or pharmacist.
A certain product used to help quit smoking contains bupropion.
Do not take that product while using this one. Do not start
or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Bupropion OVERDOSE
If Bupropion overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms
of overdose may include seizures, hallucinations, rapid
heart rate, and loss of consciousness.
Bupropion NOTES
Do not share Bupropion with others. Medical examinations
including the nose are generally performed during prolonged
use of this product to check for side effects. Inform all
your doctors you use (or have used) Bupropion.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use Bupropion as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed
dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the
dose to catch up.
Bupropion STORAGE
Store Bupropion at room temperature between 36 and 77 degrees
F (2 -25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
