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Meridia also known as Reductil
Most Common Medical Uses
Meridia is most commonly used as a short-term supplement to diet
and exercise in the treatment of weight loss. It may also be
used to treat other conditions.
How to Take This Medication
Take as directed by your doctor. Take each dose with a full
glass of water. Meridia is usually taken once daily with or
without food.
Possible Side Effects
Possible side effects of taking Meridia include restlessness or
tremor, nervousness or anxiety, headache or dizziness, insomnia,
dry mouth or an unpleasant taste in your mouth or constipation.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the
following more serious side effects: an allergic reaction
(difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your
lips, tongue, or face; or hives); an irregular heartbeat or high
blood pressure. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that
seems unusual or concerns you.
Precautions
Talk to your doctor about your complete medical history,
including any allergies (especially drug allergies), liver or
kidney disease, high blood pressure or heart disease, history of
stroke or seizures, certain eating disorders (e.g., anorexia
nervosa), glaucoma (narrow angle), or history of gallstones.
Drug Interactions
Do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines
without first talking to your doctor, especially weight-loss
products, tryptophan (L-tryptophan, 5-HTP), decongestants,
antidepressants, cough suppressants, lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid,
Lithonate, others), and migraine medicines. MAO Inhibitors such
as selegiline, moclobemide, furazolidone, phenelzine,
tranylcypromine and this drug should not be taken together. Talk
to your doctor and/or pharmacist before taking any prescription
or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take the dose as soon as
you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next
regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take only
your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose.
Storage
Store this medicine at room temperature in a tightly-closed
container, away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep this and
all medications out of the reach of children.
Notes
Do not share Meridia with others for whom it was not prescribed,
since they may have a problem that is not effectively treated by
this drug. This medication should be used in addition to a
reduced calorie diet. Blood pressure and pulse may be measured
to monitor side effects.
Disclaimer
This Information may change. Therefore, read the product
information leaflet provided with the product before using it !!
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