Bontril - 105MG

Drug Name: BONTRIL

IMPORTANT BONTRIL 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 BONTRIL.

SIBUTRAMINE - ORAL (sye-BYOU-truh-meen)

COMMON BONTRIL BRAND NAME(S):
Fastin, Ionamin, Plegine, Prelu-2, Sanorex, Tenuate

BONTRIL USES:
Bontril is used in combination with a diet plan to help you reduce weight.

HOW TO USE BONTRIL:
Bontril is best taken on an empty stomach one hour before meals. Sustained-release or long acting products like Bontril must be swallowed whole. Crushing or chewing Bontril will destroy the long action and may cause increased side effects. Because Bontril may cause sleeplessness, avoid taking a Bontril dose late in the day. Take Bontril as prescribed. Do not take Bontril more often or longer than directed. Bontril is usually taken for 8 to 12 weeks. Using Bontril in combination with other appetite suppressant medicine is generally not recommended. Consult your doctor before such use while taking Bontril.

BONTRIL SIDE EFFECTS:
Blurred vision, dizziness, dry mouth, sleeplessness, irritability, stomach upset or constipation may occur the first few days as your body adjusts to Bontril. 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 Bontril makes you dizzy or lightheaded, avoid driving or engaging in activities requiring alertness. If you notice other Bontril effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

BONTRIL PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your complete medical history, especially if you have: high blood pressure, an over-active thyroid, glaucoma, diabetes, emotional problems. Bontril can be habit forming and must be used with caution. Alcohol can increase unwanted side effects of dizziness. Limit alcohol use. Bontril is not recommended for use in children. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information. Bontril should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risk and benefits with your doctor. Bontril may be excreted into breast milk. You may have to stop nursing or stop using Bontril. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

BONTRIL 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 Bontril or any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

BONTRIL OVERDOSE:
If Bontril overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of Bontril 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.

BONTRIL NOTES:
Appetite suppressants like Bontril are not a substitute for proper diet. For maximum Bontril effects, this must be used in conjunction with a diet and exercise program. Do not share Bontril with others.

MISSED BONTRIL DOSE:
If you miss a Bontril dose, take Bontril as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next Bontril dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual Bontril dosing schedule. Do not double the Bontril dose to catch up.

BONTRIL STORAGE:
Store Bontril at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) and place Bontril away from light and moisture.