Zyban SR
side effects, nutrient depletions, herbal interactions and health notes:
Data provided by Applied Health
• Foods and nutritional supplements that contain Tryptophan or 5-HTP, when combined with Zyban, can cause headaches, nausea, sweating, and dizziness.1
• Avoid alcohol while taking this medication.2
• These herbs may interact with Zyban, and should be used with caution: Dill, Kava kava, Lavender, Nutmeg, Chamomile, Dong quai, Guarana, Lobelia, Marigold, Passion Flower, Sage, Slippery Elm, St. John’s Wort and Yohimbe.3
References1 Mindell, E, Hopkins V: Prescription Alternatives. New Canaan, CT: Keats Publishing, Inc, 1998; p. 379.
1 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
2 Naranjo CA, Pouos CX, Bremner KE, Lanctot KL. Fluoxetine attenuates alcohol intake and desire to drink. Int Clin Psychopharmacol 1994;9:163-72.
2 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999
2 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
3 Newall CA, Anderson LA, Phillipson JD. Herbal Medicines: A Guide for Health-care Professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996:21,45,63,282.
3 Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998.
3 Demott K. St. John’s wort tied to serotonin syndrome. Clinical Psychiatry News 1998;26:28.
3 Gordon JB. SSRIs and St. John’s wort: possible toxicity? Am Fam Physician 1998;57:950.
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The information in Drug Watch is provided as a courtesy to NewsTarget readers by Applied Health Solutions in cooperation with Healthway Solutions. Although the information is presented with scientific references, we do not wish to imply that this represents a comprehensive list of considerations about any specific drug, herb or nutrient. Nor should this information be considered a substitute for the advice of your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare practitioner. Please read the disclaimer about the intentions and limitations of the information provided on these pages. It is important to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all other drugs and nutritional supplements that you are taking if they are recommending a new medication. Copyright © 2007 by Applied Health Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved.
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