When is Zyban Contraindicated?
Zyban may trigger seizure activity particularly in individuals with a prior history of eating disorder i.e. bulimia or anorexia. If you suffer from one of these problems, you should not take Zyban. Individuals who are taking a medication classified as an MAO inhibitor, such as the antidepressants Nardil and Parnate should not take Zyban. If you are taking these medication please consult with your physicians and allow at least 14 days to pass between taking one of these drugs and starting your Zyban therapy. If bupropion or any other ingredient in Zyban has ever given you an allergic reaction, the drug is not for you. Additional Warnings: The chance of a seizure from Zyban rises with the amount in your system, therefore, individuals should not take more than one 150-milligram tablet at a time, and limit your total daily intake to 2 doses (300 milligrams). A variety of conditions can also predispose you to seizures, including: Prior head injuries Prior seizures Central nervous system tum