Brand
name: Aderan Sibutramine Aderan Sibutramine Meridia
Pronounced: mer-ID-dee-uh
Generic name: Sibutramine hydrochloride
Why is Aderan Sibutramine Meridia prescribed?
Aderan Sibutramine Meridia helps the seriously overweight shed pounds and keep them off.
It is especially recommended for those who in addition to being overweight
have other health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or
high cholesterol. It is used in conjunction with a low-calorie diet.
Aderan Sibutramine Meridia works by boosting levels of certain chemical messengers in
the nervous system, including serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine.
Most important fact about Aderan Sibutramine Meridia
without a Rx/prescriptions
Make a point of keeping follow-up appointments with your doctor. Aderan Sibutramine Meridia
can increase your blood pressure, so it's important to have your blood
pressure and pulse monitored at the beginning of therapy and regularly
thereafter.
How should you take Aderan Sibutramine Meridia -
Fda approved drugs ?
Aderan Sibutramine Meridia can be taken with or without food.
If you miss a dose Aderan Sibutramine Meridia ..
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next
dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take 2 doses at once.
Storage instructions...
Store at room temperature away from heat and moisture in a tight,
light-resistant container.
Aderan Sibutramine Meridia side effects
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity,
inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine
if it is safe for you to continue taking Aderan Sibutramine Meridia .
* Side effects may include:
Abdominal pain, acid indigestion, anxiety, back pain, constipation, cough increase,
depression, dizziness, dry mouth, flu symptoms, headache, increased appetite,
insomnia, joint pain, loss of appetite, loss of strength, nasal inflammation,
nausea, nervousness, painful menstruation, rash, sinus inflammation, stomachache,
sore throat
Why should Aderan Sibutramine Meridia not be prescribed?
If Aderan Sibutramine Meridia gives you an allergic reaction, you won't be able to use
it. You should also avoid Aderan Sibutramine Meridia (and certainly don't need it) if
you suffer from the compulsive dieting disorder known as anorexia nervosa.
Do not combine Aderan Sibutramine Meridia with other drugs used to suppress appetite,
and do not use it within 2 weeks of taking a drug classified as an
MAO inhibitor, including the antidepressant medications Marplan, Nardil,
and Parnate.
Special warnings about Aderan Sibutramine Meridia
Use Aderan Sibutramine Meridia with caution if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure
or are predisposed to bleeding; the drug could make the problem worse.
Avoid Aderan Sibutramine Meridia completely if you've had a stroke or suffer from heart
disease, heart failure, or irregular heartbeat. Also avoid it if you
have severe kidney or liver problems; the drug has not been tested
under these conditions. Seizures are a rare, but possible, side effect.
If you've had seizures in the past, use Aderan Sibutramine Meridia with caution. If you
have a seizure while taking the drug, stop using it and call your doctor
immediately.
Any drug that acts on the nervous system can theoretically impair
judgment, thinking, and motor skills. Aderan Sibutramine Meridia does not seem to have
this effect, but caution is still in order until you know how the drug
affects you.
If you have narrow-angle glaucoma or thyroid problems, make sure the
doctor knows; Aderan Sibutramine Meridia should be used with caution in these circumstances.
If you are prone to gallstones, be aware that weight loss can cause
more of them to form. Aderan Sibutramine Meridia has not been tested in people under 16
years old. It should be used with caution in those over 65. Although
it has been classified as a controlled substance (potentially subject
to abuse), the possibility of developing physical or psychological
dependence is low.
Possible food and drug interactions when taking Aderan Sibutramine Meridia
Remember that Aderan Sibutramine Meridia must never be taken within 2 weeks of using
an MAO inhibitor such as Marplan, Nardil, or Parnate. The combination
could lead to serious, even fatal, overstimulation.
Aderan Sibutramine Meridia may also interact with a wide variety of other prescription
and over-the-counter drugs, especially weight-reducing agents, decongestants,
antidepressants, allergy medications, and cough and cold remedies that
contain ephedrine or pseudoephedrine. Among the many drugs that pose
a potential problem are the following:
Alcohol (excessive amounts)
Blood thinners such as warfarin (Coumadin)
Dextromethorphan (found in many over-the-counter cough preparations)
Dihydroergotamine (D.H.E. Injection, Migranal Nasal Spray)
Drugs that affect platelet function
Erythromycin (Eryc, Ery-Tab, PCE)
Fentanyl (Duragesic)
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Fluvoxamine (Luvox)
Ketoconazole (Nizoral)
Lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid)
Meperidine (Demerol)
Naratriptan (Amerge)
Paroxetine (Paxil)
Pentazocine (Talwin NX, Talacen)
Sertraline (Zoloft)
Stimulants such as amphetamines, Dexedrine, Desoxyn, Adderall, Didrex,
and Ionamin
Sumatriptan (Imitrex)
Tryptophan (L-Tryptophan)
Venlafaxine (Effexor)
Zolmitriptan (Zomig)
If you have any doubt about the safety of a combination, be sure to
check with your doctor.
Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
The use of Aderan Sibutramine Meridia during pregnancy is not recommended. If you are
in your child-bearing years, take reliable contraceptive measures while
using Aderan Sibutramine Meridia . If you do become pregnant, or plan on becoming pregnant,
tell your doctor immediately. It is not known whether Aderan Sibutramine Meridia appears
in breast milk; its use while breastfeeding is not recommended.
Recommended dosage for Aderan Sibutramine Meridia
Although doctors have had little experience with overdoses of Aderan Sibutramine Meridia ,
increased heart rate and blood pressure are possible results. Since
any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences, seek
medical attention immediately if you suspect an overdose.
