MERIDIA

Meridia, a more popular weight loss drugs is an appetite suppressant medication that must be used only for duration of 8 to 12 weeks.

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. Meridia works by boosting levels of certain chemical messengers in the nervous system, including serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine.

Side Effects may also 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.

When using Meridia, one must be in observance of certain conditions that might interact with the use of drug. For example, people affected with a condition called as anorexia nervosa are not allowed to undergo Meridia treatment. Some people may also develop allergic reactions to this drug. It is also good to note that Meridia must never be combined with antidepressant drugs such as Parnate and Marplan since interaction may cause serious over stimulation which in most cases, lead to death.

Meridia can be taken with or without food. Take sibutramine capsules by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow with a drink of water. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

Store at controlled room temperature 15-30 degrees C (59-86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Protect capsules from heat, light and moisture.