Reset Tablets for Women: Bupropion SR for Smoking Cessation

Reset Tablets pair bupropion SR with oversight by a licensed provider and pharmacist support, so quitting isn’t something you’re figuring out on your own. Women can use bupropion SR, a prescription medication, as part of a provider-guided program to quit smoking.

The “SR” stands for sustained release, meaning the tablet lets its active ingredient out gradually throughout the day.

What Are Reset Tablets?

Reset Tablets are an oral form of bupropion SR, which is prescribed as part of a structured effort to stop smoking. Bupropion has a long track record in smoking cessation, often chosen when someone is looking for a non-nicotine route or has had no luck with patches or gum tried on their own.

At NOWmeds, a licensed provider will review your history before prescribing our Reset Tablets.

How Bupropion SR Supports Smoking Cessation

Bupropion is a norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor, which is a technical way of saying it changes how two of the signaling chemicals in your brain. Nicotine normally triggers a dopamine release that can feel rewarding, which creates the reward loop that’s part of what makes smoking so hard to quit.

By keeping more dopamine and norepinephrine available, bupropion SR eases the drop that drives cravings and withdrawal once you stop. Many women find the urge to smoke feels less insistent and easier to live with, though the effect builds gradually.

Safety Information

Bupropion carries important safety considerations for your provider to walk you through. There’s a potential for neuropsychiatric effects, including changes to your mood or behavior, so tell your provider about any history of depression or other mental health conditions.

Reset Tablets are generally avoided if you have a seizure disorder, a current or past eating disorder such as anorexia or bulimia, or if you take or recently took an MAOI.

Sources: FDA Bupropion Prescribing Information; NIH/NLM MedlinePlus — Bupropion

How It’s Taken

You take Reset Tablets by mouth, starting once daily, stepping up to twice daily as directed. Treatment usually begins a week or two before your target quit date, giving the medication time to build up.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Does It Take to Work?

Women typically begin taking bupropion SR one to two weeks prior to their quit date, as it requires time to achieve a consistent level in the body.

Can I Take Reset Tablets With Nicotine Replacement Therapy?

Combining bupropion with nicotine patches or gum is a decision for your provider to make. Some people may experience elevated blood pressure when using combined therapies, which requires medical oversight.

What Are the Most Common Side Effects?

Dry mouth, trouble sleeping, headache, and nausea are among the most frequently reported. A lot of these are mild and disappear as your body adapts.

Is a Prescription Required?

Yes, bupropion SR is a prescription medication, so a licensed provider needs to review your health history and decide whether Reset Tablets suit you.

Related Options

Quitting looks different for everyone. If you’re shopping for a partner or want the men’s version, Reset Tablets for Men offers the same medication.

How to Get Started

Getting started is as easy as a quick online review of your health history. Sign up for an account to start your consultation or use the provided options to view your plan and pricing. If you’re still deciding which option is best, you can explore all our available treatments.