Meridia
(Sibutramine) This medication is used to reduce excess body weight (obesity).
Tablet
SIBUTRAMINE (sye-BYOU-truh-meen)
Possible Uses of This Medication
Inform your doctor of your medical history, including allergies (particularly drug allergies), high blood pressure, heart disease, liver or kidney disease, history of stroke or seizures, glaucoma More
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Before using
Before taking Levitra, tell your doctor if you currently have or have ever had a heart attack, stroke, irregular heartbeats, angina (chest pain), or congestive heart failure; More
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How to take this medication
This drug may become less effective over time. Meridia is used to help fight obesity, consult your doctor if your weight increases. More
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Cautions
Since this drug may cause dizziness or fatigue, use extreme caution if operating machinery or performing hazardous tasks (e.g., driving). More
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Possible side effects
Dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation, difficulty sleeping, or headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. More
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Drug interactions
Before use of Meridia notify your doctor of any high blood pressure medicine or any drugs, which can cause drowsiness, including certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), sedatives and anti-seizure drugs. More
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Missed Dose
Never double up if you realize you have missed a regularly scheduled dose. Instead, just take it as soon as possible after you realize you missed it. More info...
Storage
Your medication should be located away from children, out of sunlight and away from moisture. Keep it somewhere that stays between 59 and 86 degrees F, or 15 and 30 degrees C.
Other Information
Meridia is a medication to help specific individuals and should not be shared for any reason. It is to be taken along with a low calorie diet. More
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