Posted by R.Anne on November 4, 2000, at 16:34:07
In reply to trying to quit smoking with Wellbutrin SR, posted by patrickm on November 4, 2000, at 15:27:02
Hi. I got this info. from http://www.drkoop.com:
bupropion
Pronunciation: byoo PROE pee on
Brand: Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin SR, Zyban SRWhat is the most important information I should know about bupropion?
• Do not stop taking bupropion without the approval of your doctor. It may be 4 weeks or more before you begin to feel better, and you may require continuous treatment for quite some time. Talk to your doctor before you stop taking this medication.
• Avoid alcohol or drink it only in moderation while taking bupropion. Alcohol may increase your risk of having a seizure while taking bupropion. However, if you drink alcohol regularly before starting bupropion therapy, stopping all alcohol intake may also induce a seizure. Talk to your doctor about alcohol use.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the sustained-release tablets (Wellbutrin SR and Zyban). Swallow them whole. They are specially formulated to release slowly in your body. If you are unsure whether you have a sustained-release formulation, ask your pharmacist, doctor, or nurse.
• Do not take more than one product containing bupropion at a time (e.g., Wellbutrin and Zyban). Talk to your doctor if a second product containing bupropion is prescribed for you. Too much of this medicine can be dangerous.
There is more information on Wellbutrin SR at the site above that I mentioned. I quit 12 years ago and am glad I did. I don't miss it at all. I didn't use anything to quit but I didn't smoke a lot when I quit. I had cut down drastically by the time I quit. Good luck with quitting smoking. It's a great thing to do for your health! I suggest you quit the darts too! Just kidding, of course! ;-)
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> I have come to the conclusion I am ready to quit smoking. I have spoke to several people about Wellbutrin and have heard good things. My doctor has prescribed Wellbutrin in 150mg.Has this really “helped” anyone quit and is there any side effects on this low of a dosage? Also I do like to drink beer and play darts, I have read to not drink. Is this true with this low of a dose? I haven't had a chance to ask my doctor. What about the darts? Seriously, any experiences or advice would greatly be appreciated. Is this something I want to get myself into?
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