Zupion -SR Tablet

Description

Zupion -SR Tablet 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. Zupion -SR Tablet 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.

Introduction

In Depression Zupion -SR Tablet 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. Zupion -SR Tablet 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. Zupion -SR Tablet 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. Zupion -SR Tablet starts working from the very first dose and is a very safe and effective way of treating smoking addiction.

Benefits

Zupion -SR Tablet 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.

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

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : UNSAFE - Zupion -SR Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Zupion -SR Tablet 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 : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Zupion -SR Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Zupion -SR Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Zupion -SR Tablet may cause dizziness or light-headedness, may affect your concentration and judgement. This may affect your driving ability. - Kidney : CAUTION - Zupion -SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zupion -SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Zupion -SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zupion -SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Caution is advised for the use of Zupion -SR Tablet in these patients with close monitoring from a doctor for any possible side effects.