Bupron 300mg 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.

Bupron 300mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time each day. You should never skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include insomnia (difficulty sleeping), allergic reaction, impaired concentration, sweating, headache, nausea, vomiting, and dry mouth. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus. Moreover, most of the side effects are immediate and often go away with time. Please consult your doctor if these bother you or do not go away.

Before taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you have any history of seizure or if you drink alcohol. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual mood changes or if you have any suicidal thoughts.

Uses of Bupron Tablet SR

Benefits of Bupron Tablet SR

In Depression

Bupron 300mg Tablet SR helps in maintaining the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that affect mood and behavior. This improves your mood, relieves anxiety, tension, helps you sleep better, and increases your energy levels. Bupron 300mg Tablet SR prevents extreme mood changes and helps you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of depression and low mood.

In Smoking addiction

Smoking addiction can have adverse effects on your physical, mental as well as behavioral health. Bupron 300mg Tablet SR is a medicine used, along with social support and counseling, to help people in quitting smoking and to avoid having the urge to smoke again. Bupron 300mg Tablet SR starts working from the very first dose and is a very safe and effective way of treating smoking addiction.

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Side effects of Bupron Tablet SR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Bupron

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Allergic reaction
Impaired concentration
Sweating
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Taste change
Abdominal pain
Agitation
Anxiety
Fever
Constipation
Tremors

How to use Bupron Tablet SR

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. Bupron 300mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Bupron Tablet SR works

Bupron 300mg Tablet SR works 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 are not fully understood.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Bupron 300mg Tablet SR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Bupron 300mg Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Bupron 300mg Tablet SR should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

UNSAFE

Bupron 300mg Tablet SR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Bupron 300mg Tablet SR may cause dizziness or light-headedness, may affect your concentration and judgement. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

Bupron 300mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bupron 300mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Bupron 300mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bupron 300mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised for the use of Bupron 300mg Tablet SR in these patients with close monitoring from a doctor for any possible side effects.

What if you forget to take Bupron Tablet SR?

If you miss a dose of Bupron 300mg Tablet SR, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n\n

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Bupron 300mg Tablet SR for the treatment of depression.
It can also help you quit smoking.
Take it in the morning to avoid difficulty sleeping later that night.
It causes fewer side effects as compared to other anti-depression medications.
Stop taking Bupron 300mg Tablet SR and inform your doctor if you notice sudden mood and behavior changes or develop suicidal thoughts.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizure disorder, eating disorder, or if you drink alcohol.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Propiophenone Derivetive

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI)

Patient concerns

anxiety i m suffering from.taking bupron sr 150 n etizola0.5 mg n still anxiety continues

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Based on your clinical history, your doctor plans the type of medicine and it's dose and duration. For first episode of anxiety/ depression/ panic, the usual maintenance phase is 6 months of asymptomatic period, after which medicines can be gradually tapered. But treatment may need to continue longer depending on severity and frequency of episodes. Treatment for Recurrent Depressive Disorder , psychotic disorders, Bipolar Affective Disorder and OCD usually lasts for much longer.To monitor any potential side effects and to take any decision to change medication or stop them, several factors have to be taken in account for which regular follow up with your psychiatrist is important. For second opinion, seek a proper consultation with another psychiatrist and take along your previous prescriptions.

Sleeping problem in night taken medicine etizolam 5mg. Inzofresh 10 mg AND ALSO TAKEN MEDICINE FOR ANTI SMOKING IS BUPRON XL BD 150 &THEALIFE BD

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Sleep disturbance is often a manifestation of underlying psychological disorder. Based on your clinical history, your doctor plans the type of medicine and it's dose and duration. For first episode of anxiety/ depression/ panic, the usual maintenance phase is 6 months of asymptomatic period, after which medicines can be gradually tapered. But treatment may need to continue longer depending on severity and frequency of episodes. To take any decision to change medication or stop them, several factors have to be taken in account for which regular follow up with your psychiatrist is important. For second opinion, seek a proper consultation with another psychiatrist and take along your previous prescriptions.

sir i have effective in depression illnes I have take in 5yrs continuing in tablat so any other threphy in its not tablat sir I am taking tablat below1 Nitrosun5mg, 2,Bupron sr 150mg,3,Duzela30mg, 4,Ridazin10mg

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Based on your clinical history, your doctor plans the type of medicine and it's dose and duration. For first episode of anxiety/ depression/ panic, the usual maintenance phase is 6 months of asymptomatic period, after which medicines can be gradually tapered. But treatment may need to continue longer depending on severity and frequency of episodes. To take any decision to change medication or stop them, several factors have to be taken in account for which regular follow up with your psychiatrist is important. For second opinion, seek a proper consultation with another psychiatrist and take along your previous prescriptions.

I'm having depression, anxiety and IBS for 2 years. I consulted a psychiatrist on lybrate app. He prescribed me Bupron XL 150, Lonazep 0.5mg and I'm taking mebeverine for IBS. I've been taking this for 2 weeks and I feel awesome how long do I need to take this medication?

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Based on your clinical history, your doctor plans the type of medicine and it's dose and duration. For first episode of anxiety/ depression/ panic, the usual maintenance phase is 6 months of asymptomatic period, after which medicines can be gradually tapered. But treatment may need to continue longer depending on severity and frequency of episodes. To take any decision to change medication or stop them, several factors have to be taken in account for which regular follow up with your psychiatrist is important. For second opinion, seek a proper consultation with another psychiatrist and take along your previous prescriptions.

I was diagnosed with endogenous depression and currently taking Bupron XL 150 BD and I also started having low libido and no erections. I am taking Nano Leo cap 1 daily for last two months. But there is no increase in libido and erections. Please suggest what shud be treatment My Testosterone total is 1.72 ng/ml. range 2.41-8.7 pls suggest

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Medicines are prescribed after clinical examination. This portal is to guide you regarding your problems and clarify doubts. Please see a psychiatrist for treatment.

User feedback

Patients taking Bupron 300mg Tablet SR

Once A Day

85%

Twice A Day

10%

Alternate Day

Thrice A Day

What are you using Bupron Tablet SR for?

Depression

60%

Smoking addic*

40%

*Smoking addiction

How much was the improvement?

Average

52%

Poor

33%

Excellent

14%

What were the side-effects while using Bupron 300mg Tablet SR?

Insomnia (dif*

25%

No Side Effec*

25%

Headache

25%

Sweating

25%

*Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), No Side Effect

How do you take Bupron Tablet SR?

With food

60%

With or witho*

40%

*With or without food

Please rate Bupron 300mg Tablet SR on price

Expensive

67%

Average

20%

Not Expensive

13%

FAQs

Does Bupron 300mg Tablet SR help with anxiety and sleeplessness?

No, Bupron 300mg Tablet SR should not be used for anxiety or sleeplessness. Instead, it may worsen anxiety. In fact, two of the common side effects are anxiety and sleeplessness. It is because of this that your doctor may even advise you not to take Bupron 300mg Tablet SR too close to bedtime.

Is Bupron 300mg Tablet SR addictive?

If Bupron 300mg Tablet SR 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 the tablets are crushed and inhaled, then abuse potential and addiction are likely.

What are the factors that can increase chances of seizures with Bupron 300mg Tablet SR?

The risk of seizure appears to be strongly associated with the dose of Bupron 300mg Tablet SR. Increasing your dose of Bupron 300mg Tablet SR may increase the risk. The risk of seizure increases with regular intake of alcohol, diabetes, serious head injury or history of head trauma, previous seizures, central nervous system tumor or infection, or addiction to cocaine, opiates, or stimulants. The risk also increases with simultaneous use of medicines to treat psychosis or depression, theophylline and oral corticosteroids, or if you are taking medicines that cause loss of appetite (anorectics).

Is it normal to get red eyes after starting Bupron 300mg Tablet SR?

No, it is very rare to develop eye problems such as redness in and around the eyes, eye pain, and blurred vision. Consult your doctor if you notice any such side effects or want to know if you are at risk or not. You can even receive preventative treatment if you are at risk.

Do I need to take any precautions to prevent seizures?

Since the risk of seizures is dose-related, you should not exceed the recommended dose. In case you need an increase in the dosage, your doctor will gradually increase the dose. Seizures are more common with Bupron 300mg Tablet SR medicines which are released immediately on taking than with prolonged-release preparations. Consult your doctor if you are trying to stop alcohol while using Bupron 300mg Tablet SR. It is advised that you reduce your alcohol intake slowly over time.

Can I take Bupron 300mg Tablet SR if I am already taking captopril for blood pressure control?

You may take Bupron 300mg Tablet SR while taking captopril, but you need to get your blood pressure regularly checked. Bupron 300mg Tablet SR can increase your blood pressure even if you are taking captopril. If your blood pressure increases, then consult your doctor immediately since you may have to stop Bupron 300mg Tablet SR.

What if someone takes excess of Bupron 300mg Tablet SR?

Excess of Bupron 300mg Tablet SR may cause fast heartbeat, drowsiness, changes in electrical activity of the heart (arrhythmias, QT prolongation), and loss of consciousness. The patient should be given immediate medical support.

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Bupron 300mg Tablet SR

Product introduction

Uses of Bupron Tablet SR

Benefits of Bupron Tablet SR

In Depression

In Smoking addiction

Side effects of Bupron Tablet SR

Common side effects of Bupron

How to use Bupron Tablet SR

How Bupron Tablet SR works

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Bupron Tablet SR?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

Does Bupron 300mg Tablet SR help with anxiety and sleeplessness?

Is Bupron 300mg Tablet SR addictive?

What are the factors that can increase chances of seizures with Bupron 300mg Tablet SR?

Is it normal to get red eyes after starting Bupron 300mg Tablet SR?

Do I need to take any precautions to prevent seizures?

Can I take Bupron 300mg Tablet SR if I am already taking captopril for blood pressure control?

What if someone takes excess of Bupron 300mg Tablet SR?

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