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Naltrexone Hydrochloride 8mg, Bupropion Hydrochloride 90mg, Oral tablet, extended release

Alcohol

· Severity: Major

· Notes for Consumers: Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication. Drinking alcohol may alter the effects of your medication. Serious side effects may occur. Contact your care team if you experience new or worsening side effects.

· Notes for Professionals: Advise patients to avoid alcohol consumption while taking bupropion. Bupropion is associated with a dose-related risk of seizures. Alcohol abuse and abrupt discontinuation of alcohol have also been associated with seizures. Neuropsychiatric events and reduced alcohol tolerance have also been described in postmarketing reports.

Naltrexone Hydrochloride 8mg, Bupropion Hydrochloride 90mg, Oral tablet, extended release

Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages

· Severity: Moderate

· Notes for Consumers: Side effects from Bupropion may get worse if you consume large quantities of caffeine. Side effects such as nervousness, irritability, difficulty with sleep, increased blood pressure, tremor, or seizures may get worse if you take Bupropion and an excessive amount of caffeine. Try to limit Caffeine intake during Bupropion use. Many non-prescription medicines and weight loss aids may contain caffeine, so read labels carefully. Examples of foods and beverages containing caffeine include coffee, teas, colas, energy drinks, chocolate, and some herbal or dietary supplements.

· Notes for Professionals: Bupropion is associated with a dose-related risk of seizures. Excessive use of psychostimulants, including caffeine, is associated with an increased seizure risk and may increase this risk during the concurrent use of bupropion. Carefully consider a patient's caffeine intake from all sources, including medicines. Monitor for irritability, tremor, increased blood pressure, insomnia and seizures. Many non-prescription medicines and weight loss aids may contain caffeine and patients should read labels carefully. Examples of foods and beverages containing caffeine include coffee, teas, colas, energy drinks, chocolate, and some herbal or dietary supplements. Patients should be advised to limit excessive caffeine intake during bupropion therapy.

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