Information
About Phenterprin
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information
is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and
judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is
safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
APPETITE SUPPRESSANTS - ORAL
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): PHENTERPRIN HCL 30mg
(Blue/Clear Capsules)
USES: Phenterprin HCL is an appetite suppressant used along
with diet, exercise, and behavior therapy for the short-term management
of obesity.
HOW TO USE: Take on an empty stomach one hour before meals.
Usual recommended dose in the morning with breakfast. Sustained-release
or long acting products must be swallowed whole. Crushing or chewing
them will destroy the long action and may cause increased side
effects. Because this medication may cause sleeplessness, avoid
taking a dose late in the day.Be sure you take your dose at least
10 to 12 hours before bedtime. Take this medication as prescribed.
Do not take it more often or longer than directed. It is usually
taken for 8 to 12 weeks. Use in combination with other appetite
suppressant medicine is generally not recommended. Consult your
doctor before such use.
Phenterprin SIDE EFFECTS: Blurred vision, dizziness, dry
mouth, sleeplessness, restlessness, irritability, stomach upset
or constipation may occur the first few days as your body adjusts
to the medication. If these effects persist or become bothersome,
inform your doctor. 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: Tell your doctor your complete medical history,
especially if you have: high blood pressure, an over-active thyroid,
glaucoma, diabetes, emotional problems. This medication can be
habit forming and must be used with caution. Alcohol can increase
unwanted side effects of dizziness. Limit alcohol use. The recommended
serving of this product contains about as much caffeine as 2 cups
of coffee (in excess of 200mg of caffeine per serving). Limit
the use of caffeine containing medications, foods or beverages
while taking this product because too much caffeine may cause
nervousness, sleeplessness and occasionally rapid heart beat.
This product also contains Yohimbe. This drug is not recommended
for use in children. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for further
information. This medication should be used only when clearly
needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risk and benefits with your
doctor. This drug may be excreted into breast milk. You may have
to stop nursing or stop using this drug. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding. Do not use if you are at risk or are being treated
for high blood pressure, kidney, thyroid, or psychiatric disease,
anxiety, depression, seizure disorder or stroke.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Inform your doctor about all the medicines
you use, (prescription and nonprescription) especially if you
take: high blood pressure medicine, MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone,
linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), any other
weight loss medicine. Avoid "stimulant" drugs that may
increase your heart rate such as decongestants or caffeine. Decongestants
are commonly found in over-the-counter cough-and-cold medicines.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms
of overdose may include restlessness, fever, fast breathing, dizziness,
confusion, hallucinations, panic or paranoid, drowsiness, convulsions,
unconsciousness, unusually fast or slow heart beat, headache,
nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, pale or flushing, chest
pain, sweating, muscle weakness, agitation, large pupils, or delusions.
NOTES: 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.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, do not double the next
dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing
schedule.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunlight and
moisture. Do not store in the bathroom.
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