Reductil
sibutramine hydrocloride
Reductil is used for treating obesity and is usually combined with low calorie diet for better results. Reductil helps in minimizing hunger by working on the brain and regulates the chemical released during hunger thus, reducing hunger and food cravings.
Precautions
Reductil should not be used if you are allergic to one or more ingredients of the drug. Reductil also should not be used if you have eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia, uncontrolled or high blood pressure, thickening of the walls of arteries, increased pressure in the lungs, or even of you had a stroke. Reductil also should not be consumed if you are using selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor SSRI like fluoxetine, or any other suppressor of appetite. The person if consumed monoamine oxidase since the last 2 weeks also should not use Reductil.
Checklists for Reductil Usage
Some medical conditions interact with the effectiveness and uptake of Reductil. Pregnant mothers or mothers planning for pregnancy, and breast feeding mothers should not consume Reductil. If you are using any alternative medications or any dietary supplement, you are not supposed to take Reductil. Persons suffering from food or drug allergies should not take Reductil. If you suffer from kidney, liver or heart disease, you should refrain from using Reductil.
Drug Interactions
Certain medications interact with Reductil like,
- Dihydroergotamine
- Imidazoles like itraconazole
- Ketoconazole
- Lithium
- MAO inhibitors like phenelzine
- Narcotic analgesic like codeine
- SSRIs like fluoxetine
- Sumatriptan
- Tryptophan,
increase the risk of the side effects of the drug which includes high risk of restless feeling, fever, profuse sweating, twitching, seizures that are hardly dangerous.
Reductil Usage Instructions
Reductilg should be used exactly as instructed by your physician. Reductil can be taken orally with or without food. Reductil is usually taken in the mornings to avoid dosing off.
Missed Dose
In case if you happen to miss a dose, do not have both the doses together. If the dosage clashes, it is better to avoid the previous dose and continue with the current dose. It is also better to consult your physician in case of any doubts regarding the dosage amount.
Safety Precautions
In some cases Reductil might cause dizziness, and becomes worse if you are drunk or consume with interactive medicines. Reductil should be used with caution and the person neither should nor perform any unsafe or heavy tasks. It is also advisable not to take other medicines that cause drowsiness like sleep aides. Or muscle relaxants as it might add to the side effect of the drug. Effective changes in diet and regular exercises are important aspects for compete weight loss.
Lab tests like BP check, pulse monitor, weight monitor, should be closely done to monitor the functioning of the drug in your body. It is also advisable to take effective birth control while you are under the drug course. Reductil should not be used with children or adolescents as the drug efficacy has not been determined in this age group.
Pregnant mothers should consult the use of Reductil with the doctor. Reductil is not found in the breast milk of the feeding mothers however, it is safe to consult the doctor regarding the drug consumption during breast feeding period. Reductil if used for a long time might lead to dependant addiction.
Reductil Side effects
Some of the side effects of Reductil includes,
- Back pain
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Flu symptoms
- Headache
- Cough
- Change in appetite
- Indigestion
- Pain in joints
- Migraine
- Inflammation in the nose
- Sinus
- Nausea
- Nervous feeling
- Painful menstruation
- Insomnia
- Sore throat
- Stomach upset and weakness
Seeking medical help is advisable in case of persistent side effects.
In some cases, severe allergic reactions occur like,
- Rashes
- Hives
- Itching
- Difficulty breathing
- Chest tightness
- Swelling of the mouth face, lips, and tongue
- Agitation
- Anxiety
- Alterations in urine amount
- Chest aches
- Clumsiness
- Confusion
- Depression
- Disorientation
- Excitement
- Pain in the eye
- Fainting
- Speedy or irregular heartbeat
- High fever
- Profuse sweating
- Large, unchanging pupils
- Loss of consciousness
- One-sided weakness
- Restlessness
- Seizures
- Shivering
- Breath shortness
- Stomach ache
- Swelling of the feet
- Ankles and legs
- Tremors
- Unusual bleeding
- Vision problems
- Vomiting
- Weakness
Reductil Overdose
In case of over dose of the drug contact your immediate emergency ward for treatment.
Reductil Storage
Reductil is stored at 20 degree Celsius in an air tight container away from heat, light and moisture. Keep away from children and pets.
General Precautions
It is wise to consult your doctor if you still have any queries and clear your doubts regarding Reductil usage, dose and administration. If the symptoms of the side effects become persistent, it is safe to contact the doctor for the correct treatment.
