MEDICATION | Bupropion SR ( Wellbutrin/Zyban )Prescription150 mg pill |
PROS & CONS | Pros: Easy to use; pill form. Helps slow weight gain. Relief from cravings. Cons: |
DOSAGE | 1. Choose a quit date. 2. Seven days before your quit date, start taking one pill per day for 3-4 days. 3. On day 5, begin taking the pill twice per day (once in the morning and once in the evening) until the end of treatment. 4. Stop smoking on your quit day. |
TIPS | This medication CAN BE used in combination with Nicotine Medications. |
COST PER DAY | $ 3.00 – $ 3.50 /day Covered by Medicaid and other insurances with prescription. |