Amfebutamone
Amfebutamone is a drug used mostly in the fight against smoking addiction. It can also be used in fighting depression, and Bipolar disorders. It is still unclear exactly how Amfebutamone works. It could activate the central nervous system in a mild way, and even effect the dopamine system of the brain. It has also been used in some cases to treat drug and alcohol addiction. As smoking and health related disorders are one of the greatest challenges in the health world today, this is a very important drug. When someone tries to give up smoking for the first time, they encounter problems. This is due to a reduction of chemicals in the brain, and once these are absent, the patient can fell irritability, anxiety and other cravings. What Amfebutamone does, is to increase the level of these chemicals, and hopefully, reduce the symptoms of withdrawal. Other names associated with Amfebutamone are: Bupropion, Wellbutrin and Zyban. Warning Precautions
No Doctor will want to prescribe a drug if they feel you are at risk, and advice must always be sort first. Women are at risk if they are pregnant, breast-feeding or planning a baby. People with liver or Kidney problems should be careful. Anyone with epilepsy or has suffered fits should take care. In most cases, if there is the slightest chance of you suffering epilepsy, or related problems, the Doctor will not prescribe Amfebutamone. Other things to watch for are your medical history, if you show allergic reactions to any of these drugs. People with any eating disorders such, as Bulimia and Anorexia, should also take care. The taking of any alcohol is ill advised when taking prescription medicines, as this could lead to complications. Amfebutamone is not suitable for anyone under 18, and will only be given to people over 60 in small doses. Also you should not take this drug if you have had anything to with any type of monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAO). The Doctor will not prescribe Amfebutamone if you are on any of the following antidepressant or antipsychotic: Tegretol, Trazodone, Thioxanthenes, Tagamet, Prozac, Phenothiazines, Phenobarbital, Molindone, Maprotiline, Clozaril, Dilantan, Haldol, Larodopa, Lithium, or Loxapine,
How to Take Amfebutamone It is always wise to read the information supplied by the manufacturer, but if they are supplied in tablet form, simply swallow whole. Do not crew or crush up. Happily it can be taken on an empty stomach, but it is always advised to eat something is you are worried about stomach irritation. Overdose
If there is the slightest doubt that you or someone else has overdosed on this or any other drug, you should seek immediate medical advice. Take the empty container to show the name of the drug you are in danger from. The sort of symptoms you should watch for are from rapid heartbeat, hallucinations, to unconsciousness and heart failure. Side Effects
Because it is a complicated drug, you should always ask your Doctor or pharmacist if it is safe to take other medication alongside Amfebutamone. Stopping smoking can cause enough problems on it’s own, but there are bound to be other side effects. Stomach problems can be the first sign of these side effects. With sleepless nights, headaches and shaking occurring in some. Other more worry effects have been reported as: dizziness, depression, agitation, anxiety, or even skin rashes. Hypertension and high blood pressure have been reported in some patients, as with tinnitus and ringing in the ears. How to store Amfebutamone |
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