Zyban (Bupropion)

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Brand Name: Zyban

Generic Name: Bupropion

Manufacturer/Agent: Glaxosmithkline Pharma

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 150mg

Pack size: 60

Trade Price: KES 5,006.40

Retail Price: @ KES 111.25

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Class: Antidepressants: Other (CNS agents)

Mechanism of Action:

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Synonym: Amfebutamone

Molecular Formulae: C13H18CLNO.HCL = 276.2

Precautions: History of epilepsy, eating disorders or bipolar disease. pregnancy. caution in hepatic and renal impairment.

Indications/Uses: Adjunct in smoking cessation 150mg od for 6 days, bd for 7 days. also for depression.

Interactions: Toxicity enhanced by maois.

Side Effects: Drowsiness. dry mouth. blurred vision. agitation. anxiety. nausea and vomiting. sweating. seizures. tachycardia.

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