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Phendimetrazine Drug information Bontril Coast Online West Generic Name: phendimetrazine (fen di MEH tra zeen)
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What is the most important information I should know about phendimetrazine? |
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Phendimetrazine may cause dizziness, blurred vision , or restlessness, and it may hide the symptoms of extreme tiredness. If you experience these effects, avoid hazardous activities. Bontril Coast Online West |
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Phendimetrazine is habit forming. You can become physically and psychologically dependent on this medication, and withdrawal effects may occur if you stop taking it suddenly after several weeks of continuous use. Talk to your doctor about stopping this medication gradually. Bontril Coast Online West |
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Do not crush, chew, or open any "once-daily" phendimetrazine tablets or capsules. Swallow them whole. |
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Phendimetrazine is a sympathomimetic amine, which is similar to an amphetamine. It is also known as an "anorectic" or "anorexigenic" drug. Phendimetrazine stimulates the central nervous system (nerves and brain), which increases your heart rate and blood pressure and decreases your appetite. Bontril Coast Online West |
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Phendimetrazine is used as a short-term supplement to diet and exercise in the treatment of obesity. |
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Phendimetrazine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Bontril Coast Online West |
Who should not take phendimetrazine? |
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You cannot take phendimetrazine if you |
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have heart disease or high blood pressure ; |
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have arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries); |
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have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), or phenelzine (Nardil) in the last 14 days; or |
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have a history of drug or alcohol abuse. |
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Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have |
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problems with your thyroid, |
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epilepsy or another seizure disorder, or |
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diabetes. Bontril Coast Online West |
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You may not be able to take phendimetrazine, or you may require a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above. Bontril Coast Online West |
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It is not known whether phendimetrazine will harm an unborn baby. Do not take phendimetrazine without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. |
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It is also not known whether phendimetrazine passes into breast milk. Do not take phendimetrazine without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. |
How should I take phendimetrazine? |
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Take phendimetrazine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. |
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Take each dose with a full glass of water. |
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Phendimetrazine is usually taken once a day (sustained release formula) or two to three times daily (immediate-release formula) before meals on an empty stomach. |
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Do not take phendimetrazine in the evening because it may cause insomnia. Bontril Coast Online West |
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Do not crush, chew, or open any "once-daily" phendimetrazine tablets or capsules. Swallow them whole. |
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Never take more of this medication than is prescribed for you. Too much phendimetrazine could be very dangerous to your health. |
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Store phendimetrazine at room temperature away from moisture and heat. |
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Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose or if it is already evening, skip the missed dose and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. A dose taken too late in the day will cause insomnia. Do not take a double dose of this medication. Bontril Coast Online West |
What happens if I overdose? |
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Seek emergency medical attention. |
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Symptoms of a phendimetrazine overdose include restlessness, tremor, rapid breathing, confusion, hallucinations, panic, aggressiveness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, an irregular heartbeat, and seizures. |
What should I avoid while taking phendimetrazine? |
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Phendimetrazine may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or restlessness, and it may hide the symptoms of extreme tiredness. If you experience these effects, avoid hazardous activities. Bontril Coast Online West |
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Do not take phendimetrazine late in the day. A dose taken too late in the day can cause insomnia. |
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What are the possible side effects of phendimetrazine? |
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If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking phendimetrazine and seek emergency medical attention: |
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an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives); Bontril Coast Online West |
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an irregular heartbeat or very high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision); or |
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Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take phendimetrazine and talk to your doctor if you experience Bontril Coast Online West |
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restlessness or tremor, |
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nervousness or anxiety, |
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dry mouth or an unpleasant taste in your mouth, |
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diarrhea or constipation, or Bontril Coast Online West |
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impotence or changes in your sex drive. |
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Phendimetrazine is habit forming. You can become physically and psychologically dependent on this medication, and withdrawal effects may occur if you stop taking it suddenly after several weeks of continuous use. Talk to your doctor about stopping this medication gradually. Bontril Coast Online West |
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Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. |
What other drugs will affect phendimetrazine? |
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You cannot take phendimetrazine if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), or phenelzine (Nardil) in the last 14 days. |
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Changes in insulin and other diabetes drug therapies may be necessary during treatment with phendimetrazine. |
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Phendimetrazine may reduce the effects of guanethidine (Ismelin). This could lead to an increase in blood pressure. Tell your doctor if you are taking guanethidine. Bontril Coast Online West |
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Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking a tricyclic antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil), amoxapine (Asendin), doxepin (Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), imipramine (Tofranil), clomipramine (Anafranil), protriptyline (Vivactil), or desipramine (Norpramin). These drugs may decrease the effects of phendimetrazine. Bontril Coast Online West |
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Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with phendimetrazine. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines. Bontril Coast Online West |
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