Diet pills Didrex are used as appetite suppressants
for rapid weight loss. It is used in conjunction with
an overall diet plan to reduce weight. It is one the
most popular Diet Pills for the short-term management
of obesity. Didrex works similarly as Adipex. Didrex
is a prescription-based weight loss medication that comes
in 50 mg tablets.
Didrex Information
Didrex is an appetite suppressant for weight control
weight loss medication .It works by stimulating the hypothalamus
gland, an area in your brain which controls your appetite,
and affecting certain neurotransmitters to decrease your
appetite resulting weight loss.
Generic Name: Benzphetamine
Tradenames: Benzphetamine oral, DIDREX
Dosage
This medication is to be taken once daily, swallowed
whole, in midmorning. As Didrex may cause sleeplessness
avoid taking it late in the day. Do not increase
your dose or take it more often than prescribed because
this diet pill can be habit forming. Take this medication
as prescribed.
Missed Dose:
If you miss a dose of Didrex, take it as soon as possible.
But do not take 2 doses at once, doubling up of the
medicine is a strict No!
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms
of overdose may include restlessness, tremor, rapid
breathing, confusion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea,
and stomach cramps.
Storage
Didrex must be stored at room temperature away
from heat and light.
Do NOT store Didrex in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp
places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
Do NOT keep outdated medicine past the expiry date.
Adipex should be kept out of children's reach. Duration of Usage:
Didrex is meant for short-term use. It helps you to
start losing weight and then keep on going, when
you are ready to carry on. Don't think that continuous
use will increase the benefits of the pill, as your
body starts to build up a resistance to the effects
of this medication after a few weeks of treatment.
It is always advised to take help from the pill but
not to get addicted to it.
Didrex Side Effects
Usage of Didrex may in some cases lead to: Blurred
vision, Dry mouth, Sleeplessness ,Irritability, Stomach
upset or constipation, Other adverse events include
central nervous system effects, gastrointestinal
disturbances, and changes in libido. Notify your
doctor if you experience chest pain, nervousness,
pounding heart, difficulty urinating, mood changes,
breathing difficulties, swelling. If this medication
makes you dizzy or lightheaded, avoid driving or
engaging in activities requiring alertness. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Dosage : Do not exceed the recommended dose
or take this medicine for longer than prescribed without
checking with your doctor. Exceeding the recommended
dose or taking this medicine for longer than prescribed
may cause serious Side Effects.
Driving and Hazardous Work : Didrex may dizziness or make you less alert
than normal .Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until
you know how you react to Didrex .
Alcohol : Alcohol may increase unwanted side effects of dizziness, therefore,
it is advisable to limit alcohol use while taking Didrex (or other appetite
suppressants).
Medical Conditions : Tell your doctor your complete medical history, especially
if you have: high blood pressure, an over-active thyroid, glaucoma, diabetes,
emotional problems.
Breast Feeding - Use of Didrex (or other appetite suppressants) while breast-feeding
is NOT recommended; it may pass into breast milk, causing unwanted effects
in nursing babies. Please consult your doctor for advice.
Do not miss any medical appointments while taking
the drug and before any medical or dental treatments,
emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist
that you are using Didrex. Do not share this medicine
with others for whom it was not prescribed. Do not
use Didrex for other health conditions. Keep Didrex
out of the reach of children.
Drug Interactions:
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with
this medicine. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of
all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that
you are taking. Do not use this medicine if you are
also taking furazolidone, guanadrel, guanethidine,
or monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). Inform your
doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your doctor
or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns
about using this medicine
Important NOTE:
Appetite suppressants are not a substitute for proper
diet. For maximum effects, this must be used in conjunction
with a diet and exercise program. Do not share this
medication with others.
|
