Description:
Smoquit 150mg Tablet SR is used in the treatment of depression and smoking addiction. This medicine helps by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain that relax the nerves and have a calming effect on the brain.
Uses / Indications:
Depression ,Smoking addiction
Interactions / Warnings:
Smoquit 150mg Tablet SR may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
Pregnancy interaction:
Smoquit 150mg Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Tell your doctor if you have history of head injury, alcohol abuse, diabetes or stimulants or anorectic products use.There should be an interval of at least 8 hours between successive doses of bupropion.You may suffer from insomnia while on bupropion therapy. You can reduce its incidence by avoiding to take this medicine during bedtime (while maintaining at least 8 hours gap between doses).Bupropion should be used with caution in the elderly, patients with hepatic/renal impairment.You should not exceed the recommended dose of bupropion, since bupropion is associated with a dose-related risk of fits (seizures).Blood pressure should be monitored at regular intervals in patients with high blood pressure.Inform your doctor about taking bupropion if you are scheduled to have urine tests.Bupropion may cause dizziness/light-headedness, affecting your concentration and judgement. If affected, don’t drive or operate machinery till you feel fine.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Side Effects:
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Allergic reaction, Impaired concentration, Sweating, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Dryness in mouth, Altered taste, Abdominal pain, Agitation, Anxiety, Fever, Constipation, Tremor.
How to use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Smoquit 150mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works:
Smoquit 150mg Tablet SR works in depression by increasing the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that helps in regulating mood.nThe mechanism underlying its use in smoking addiction are not fully understood.
Faq for medicine:
Q: Is Smoquit an SSRI/MAOI/a narcotic/an antidepressant/a tricyclic antidepressant?
A: Smoquit is an antidepressant drug and not an SSRI/MAOI/a narcotic/a tricyclic antidepressant
Q: Is Smoquit a stimulant/addictive?
A: Smoquit is not a stimulant/addictive if used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor
Q: Is Smoquit safe?
A: Smoquit is safe if used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor
Q: Is Smoquit an amphetamine?
A: Smoquit is not an amphetamine. Smoquit is an antidepressant medication whereas amphetamine is a stimulant and an appetite suppressant
Q: Is Smoquit a controlled substance?
A: Smoquit is not a controlled substance
Q: Can I take Smoquit for anxiety?
A: Smoquit along with motivational support is used to stop smoking in nicotine dependent patients. Please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use
Q: Can I take ibuprofen/Xanax/Tylenol/Sudafed with bupropion?
A: Bupropion can be taken with ibuprofen/Xanax/Tylenol/Sudafed. Please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use
Q: Does Smoquit cause hair loss/make you tired/make you gain weight/cause acne/make you high/cause drowsiness?
A: These side effects are rare or uncommon with Smoquit use. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience one or more such symptoms and stop taking Smoquit immediately
Q: Does Smoquit contain monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)?
A: Smoquit does not contain monoamine oxidase inhibitor.
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