Prescription Discussion: Zyban Side Effects

Zyban is a common prescription geared towards smoking cessation. Many smokers are quick to accept any medication that could potentially curb their addiction, without first considering the side effects of the prescription. Zyban has a lengthy list of effects that can, and do, occur in users. Some of those effects are reason to reconsider quit-smoking techniques.

Please note, this information is not to replace medical advice from a licensed physician. If you are currently taking Zyban and are experiencing any of the following effects, contact your physician to discuss what course of action you should take.

Most Common Side Effects of Zyban

• Anxiety
• Changes in appetite
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Increased sweating
• Nausea
• Nervousness
• Stomach pain
• Stuffy nose
• Trouble sleeping
• Vomiting
• Weight changes

Previously reported severe side effects of Zyban

These effects are serious and cannot wait until start of business tomorrow. Pick up the phone and call 9-1-1 if you are experiencing any of the following:

• Severe reaction, anaphylaxis including: rash, itching, hives, tightness in the chest or breathing difficulties, swelling of the mouth, lips, tongue, or face
• Vision changes including blurriness
• Chest pain
• Confusion, hallucinations
• Delusions
• Fainting
• Accelerated or irregular heart beat
• Chills and/or fever
• New or worsening mood changes including difficulty concentrating, depression, panic attacks, agitation, aggression, anxiety, irritability, hostility
• Red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin
• Seizures
• Suicidal thoughts or attempts at committing suicide
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes

This is not a complete list of side effects possible while taking Zyban. If you have any changes in your body physically or in your thoughts and behaviors, they must be reported to your physician immediately.

In the initial studies of Zyban, just over 700 people were studied. Out of those in the clinical trial, 8% discontinued using Zyban due to bothersome side effects experienced. Most commonly, those discontinuing use reported "nervous system disturbances", primarily tremors and skin disorders.

Please note:

Even more severe reactions have been reported since the initial clinical trials conduced including heart attacks, stroke, abnormal liver function, hemorrhaging, intestinal perforations, liver damage, and pancreas damage.

Conclusion:

It is important to know how your body could react to any medication that is considered for any reason. Smoking cessation should not come with even more possible side effects and risks. Know your options, know your rights, and most of all, listen to your body.