IMPORTANT
NOTE ON TENUATE: 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 Tenuate.
TENUATE APPETITE SUPPRESSANTS
- ORAL
TENUATE COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
Fastin, Ionamin, Plegine, Prelu-2, Sanorex,
Tenuate
TENUATE USES: Tenuate
is used in combination with a diet plan to help you
reduce weight.
HOW TO USE TENUATE:
Tenuate is best taken on an empty stomach one
hour before meals. 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 Tenuate may cause sleeplessness,
avoid taking a dose late in the day. Take Tenuate 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.
TENUATE SIDE EFFECTS:
Blurred vision, dizziness, dry mouth, sleeplessness,
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 Tenuate
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.
TENUATE PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your complete medical history, especially
if you have: high blood pressure, an over-active thyroid,
glaucoma, diabetes, emotional problems. Tenuate can
be habit forming and must be used with caution. Alcohol
can increase unwanted side effects of dizziness. Limit
alcohol use. Tenuate is not recommended for use in children.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.
Tenuate should be used only when clearly needed during
pregnancy. Discuss the risk and benefits with your doctor.
Tenuate may be excreted into breast milk. You may have
to stop nursing or stop using Tenuate. Consult your
doctor before breast-feeding.
TENUATE 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.
TENUATE 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.
TENUATE 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 Tenuate with others.
MISSED DOSE OF TENUATE:
If you miss a dose, do not double the next dose. Instead,
skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
TENUATE STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Do not store in the bathroom.
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