Zyban - Nicotine Free Smoking Therapy

Zyban is a nicotine free drug used in the treatment of cigarette addiction. It helps by reducing your urge to smoke.As it contains no nicotine, it can be used with nicotine replacement patches and gums under medical supervision.

Zyban is Glaxo’s version of the drug Bupropion Hydrochloride specially formulated for slow sustained release in the body. Buproprion is also the main active component of the anti-depressant Wellbutrin. To avoid dangerously high quantities of the drug in your blood stream, you are advised not to use Zyban or other versions of the drug as an anti-smoking remedy if you are being treated for depression with Wellbutrin

How does Zyban work?

Zyban as an anti-smoking therapy was discovered by chance. The active ingredient of Zyban was originally used as a treatment for depression, but it was found that many users were giving up smoking. Further investigation revealed that it blocks the chemicals which when released by nicotine result in pleasurable sensations. It also reduces craving for nicotine and withdrawal symptoms.

How to use Zyban

Zyban is taken orally in tablet form. You are expected to be able to stop smoking within 12 weeks of starting the treatment. The adult dosage is 300mg of Zyban daily and you should be able to reduce your cigarette usage within a few weeks. Some sources recommend that you cease taking the drug if it is not effective within 7 weeks.

Side effects of Zyban

Most people tolerate Zyban well, but there are a large number of possible side effects including sleeplessness, nausea, vomiting, headache, weight variation, nervousness, dizziness, skin rashes and disorders, constipation, diarrhoea, tremors, anxiety, tinitus (ringing sounds in the ears), sweating, high body temperature, abnormal dreams, cough, drowsing