Bupromat
Bupromat Products are primarily used for
Depression, Smoking addiction
About Bupromat Products
Bupromat Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Bupromat are Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Headache, Nausea, Dryness in mouth, Agitation, Constipation, Weight loss, Tachycardia, Diaphoresis, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Blurred vision.
How Bupromat Products work
Bupropion 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.
Patient Concerns about Bupromat Products
Frequently asked questions about Bupromat Products
Frequently asked questions about Bupropion
Q. Does Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER help with anxiety and sleeplessness?
No, Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER 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 Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER too close to bedtime.
Q. Is Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER addictive?
If Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER 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.
Q. What are the factors that can increase chances of seizures with Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER?
The risk of seizure appears to be strongly associated with the dose of Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER. Increasing your dose of Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER 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).
Q. Is it normal to get red eyes after starting Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER?
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.
Q. 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 Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER medicines which are released immediately on taking than with prolonged-release preparations. Consult your doctor if you are trying to stop alcohol while using Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER. It is advised that you reduce your alcohol intake slowly over time.
Q. Can I take Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER if I am already taking captopril for blood pressure control?
You may take Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER while taking captopril, but you need to get your blood pressure regularly checked. Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER 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 Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER.
Q. What if someone takes excess of Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER?
Excess of Bupromat 150mg Tablet ER 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.