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What is Zyban?

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Updated June 25, 2008

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Question: What is Zyban?
Answer:
Zyban® is a brand name for bupropion hydrochloride. It is a prescription-strength medicine originally used to treat depression. It is most commonly used today to help people quit smoking. It is nicotine-free.

Other brand names for this medicine are:
    Wellbutrin® SR
    Wellbutrin® XL
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Zyban as a Quit Smoking Aid
Zyban Patient Information
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