BUPROPION TABLETS

Bupropion Tablets-This Tablet comes under the branding of BUPAGEN-SR-150 and belongs to a group of drugs known as ‘antidepressants’, primarily used in the treatment of depression. Depression is a mood disorder that affects day to day life of a person. A person may have symptoms such as feeling sad or feeling lost and might have mood swings. It’s also used to help people stop smoking. It works by increasing the level of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain responsible for improving mood and physical symptoms of depression. Hence, it helps to improve mood.

Bupropion Tablets work in depression by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that helps in regulating mood. The mechanism underlying its use in smoking addiction is not fully understood. It is thought to work by changing levels of certain chemicals in the brain.

Uses of Bupropion Tablets

Some of the important benefits of this medication are listed below.

• Depression
• Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
• Smoking addiction
• Mood disorders

Direction For Use

• Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually three times daily.
• It is important to take your doses at least 6 hours apart or as directed by your doctor to decrease your risk of having a seizure.
• Take this tablet whole, do not crush, cut, or chew the tablet before taking it
• Take it at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place.
• Keep away from the direct sunlight.
• Keep away the reach of children and pets.

Precautions

• Stop taking it and inform your doctor if you notice sudden mood and behavior changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
• If you take this medicine for depression, do not also take this medicine to quit smoking.
• Do not stop taking your doses suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency.
• Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions and the drugs you use.

Side Effect

• Headache
• Nausea,
• Dryness in mouth
• Agitation
• Constipation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bupropion Tablets

Is this medicine addictive?

If this tablet is taken in the correct dose, for the correct duration, and in the correct way as advised by the doctor, then there is no risk of addiction. However, if more than the recommended dose is taken or if this medicine is crushed and inhaled, then abuse potential and addiction are likely.

How does it work?

Bupropion Tablets belong to a class of drugs called antidepressants. A class of drugs is a group of medications that work in a similar way. These drugs are often used to treat similar conditions.

What happens if more than the recommended dose of this tablet is taken?

Taking it in overdose can cause unpleasant side effects such as dizziness, tremor, agitation, convulsion, nausea, vomiting, changes in heart rhythm, decreased blood pressure, and change in body fluid/salt balance.

What is a major side effect of this medicine?

This medicine’s common side effects of treatment include headache, nausea, and dry mouth. Although uncommon, serious side effects are possible.