199 adipex
(FEN ter meen)
Adipex-P, Fastin, Ionamin, Obenix, Obephen, Oby-Cap, Oby-Trim, Panshape M, Phentercot,Phentride, Pro-Fast HS, Pro-Fast SA, Pro-Fast SR, Teramine, Zantryl
What is the most important information I should know about Adipex?
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities 199 adipex. Adipex may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or restlessness, andit may hide the symptoms of extreme tiredness 199 adipex. If you experience these effects,avoid hazardous activities 199 adipex.
• Adipex is habit forming 199 adipex. You can become physically and psychologicallydependent on this medication, and withdrawal effects may occur if you stop takingit suddenly after several weeks of continuous use 199 adipex. Talk to your doctor aboutstopping this medication gradually 199 adipex.
• Do not crush, chew or open any "once-daily" Adipex tabletsor capsules 199 adipex. Swallow them whole 199 adipex.
What is Adipex?
• Adipex is a sympathomimetic amine, which is similar to an amphetamine 199 adipex. It is also known as an "anorectic" or "anorexigenic" drug 199 adipex. Adipex stimulates the central nervous system (nerves and brain), which increasesyour heart rate and blood pressure and decreases your appetite 199 adipex.
• Adipex is used as a short-term supplement to diet and exercise in thetreatment of obesity 199 adipex.
• Adipex may also be used for purposes other than those listed in thismedication guide 199 adipex.
Who should not take Adipex?
• You cannot take Adipex if you
· have heart disease or high blood pressure;
· have arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries);
· have glaucoma;
· have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid(Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), or phenelzine (Nardil) in the last 14days; or
· have a history of drug or alcohol abuse 199 adipex.
• Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have
· problems with your thyroid,
· an anxiety disorder,
· epilepsy or another seizure disorder, or
· diabetes 199 adipex.
• You may not be able to take Adipex, or you may require a lower dose orspecial monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listedabove 199 adipex.
• It is not known whether Adipex will harm an unborn baby 199 adipex. Do not takeAdipex without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant 199 adipex.
• It is also not known whether Adipex passes into breast milk 199 adipex. Do not takeAdipex without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby 199 adipex.
How should I take Adipex?
• Take Adipex exactly as directed by your doctor 199 adipex. If you do not understandthese directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you 199 adipex.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water 199 adipex.
• Adipex is usually taken once or twice a day before a meal on an emptystomach 199 adipex.
• Do not take Adipex in the evening because it may cause insomnia 199 adipex.
• Do not crush, chew or open any "once-daily" Adipex tabletsor capsules 199 adipex. Swallow them whole 199 adipex.
• Never take more of this medication than is prescribed for you 199 adipex. Too muchAdipex could be very dangerous to your health 199 adipex.
• Store Adipex at room temperature away from moisture and heat 199 adipex.
What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember 199 adipex. However, if it is almosttime for your next dose or if it is already evening, skip the missed dose andtake only your next regularly scheduled dose 199 adipex. A dose taken too late in the daywill cause insomnia 199 adipex. Do not take a double dose of this medication 199 adipex.
What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical attention 199 adipex.
• Symptoms of a Adipex overdose include restlessness, tremor, rapid breathing,confusion, hallucinations, panic, aggressiveness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea,an irregular heartbeat, and seizures 199 adipex.
What should I avoid while taking Adipex?
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities 199 adipex. Amphetamine may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or restlessness,and it may hide the symptoms of extreme tiredness 199 adipex. If you experience these effects,avoid hazardous activities 199 adipex.
• Do not take Adipex late in the day 199 adipex. A dose taken too late in the daycan cause insomnia 199 adipex.
What are the possible side effects of Adipex?
• If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop takingAdipex and seek emergency medical attention:
· an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat;swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
· an irregular heartbeat or very high blood pressure (severe headache,blurred vision); or
· hallucinations, abnormal behavior, or confusion 199 adipex.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur 199 adipex. Continueto take Adipex and talk to your doctor if you experience
· restlessness or tremor,
· nervousness or anxiety,
· headache or dizziness,
· insomnia,
· dry mouth or an unpleasant taste in your mouth,
· diarrhea or constipation, or
· impotence or changes in your sex drive 199 adipex.
• Adipex is habit forming 199 adipex. You can become physically and psychologicallydependent on this medication, and withdrawal effects may occur if you stop takingit suddenly after several weeks of continuous use 199 adipex. Talk to your doctor aboutstopping this medication gradually 199 adipex.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur 199 adipex. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome 199 adipex.
What other drugs will affect Adipex?
• You cannot take Adipex if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor(MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), or phenelzine(Nardil) in the last 14 days 199 adipex.
• Changes in insulin and other diabetes drug therapies may be necessaryduring treatment with Adipex 199 adipex.
• Adipex may reduce the effects of guanethidine (Ismelin) 199 adipex. This could leadto an increase in blood pressure 199 adipex. Tell your doctor if you are taking guanethidine 199 adipex.
• Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking a tricyclicantidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil), amoxapine (Asendin), doxepin(Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), imipramine (Tofranil), clomipramine (Anafranil),protriptyline (Vivactil), or desipramine (Norpramin) 199 adipex. These drugs may decreasethe effects of Adipex 199 adipex.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Adipex 199 adipex. Talkto your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-countermedicines 199 adipex.
Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has more information about Adipex written for healthprofessionals that you may read 199 adipex.
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