Generic Tenuate Diethylpropion
Weight Loss
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 Tenuate is an appetite suppressant used in conjunction with an overall diet plan and exercise to reduce weight.
Each Tenuate tablet contains 75mg of anorectic agent diethylproprion.
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NOTE This medication is no longer available. Due to the recent policies adopted by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency the following medications are not being offered at this time: Phentermine, Adipex, Ionamin, Meridia, Didrex, Bontril, Phendimetrazine, and Tenuate.
We will continue to offer the diet pill Xenical, which can help you achieve your weight loss goals. |
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TENUATE is a tablet
that is used in the short-term management of obesity. It comes in
25-milligram tablet form that is embossed with “TENUATE 25” or “MERRELL
697”. TENUATE DOSPAN is a controlled release 75-milligram
tablet that is embossed with the names “TENUATE 75” or “MERRELL
698”.
HOW DOES TENUATE WORK?
Drugs of this class are
thought to suppress appetite via a central mechanism (appetite centers in
the brain) although this has mechanism has not been clearly proven.
HOW TO TAKE TENUATE:
TENUATE DOSPAN is
best taken once a day in the mid morning. This sustained-release or long
acting product must be swallowed whole. Crushing or chewing them will
destroy the long action and may cause increased side effects. TENUATE
(25-milligrams) is best taken on an empty stomach; one hour before
breakfast each morning. It may be taken again in mid evening if needed to
suppress night hunger. Take this medication as prescribed. Do not take it
more often or longer than directed. Use in combination with other appetite
suppressant medicine is generally not recommended.
HOW EFFECTIVE IS TENUATE?
TENUATE is effective
therapy for the obese patient who needs to loose weight to decease
diseases associated with obesity. The magnitude of the weight loss will
depend on the degree of concomitant caloric restriction and the use of a
graded exercise program.
HOW LONG CAN I CONTINUE
TO USE TENUATE?
TENUATE is a
short-term drug that helps you to start losing weight and then keep on
going when you are ready to carry on, on your own. Your body starts to
build up a resistance to the effects of TENUATE after a few weeks
of treatment, which is when you should be well on your way to a new
lifestyle and ready to stop TENUATE.
Appetite suppressants are
not a substitute for proper diet. For maximum effects, this must be used
in conjunction with a diet and exercise program.
TENUATE VS. XENICAL:
TENUATE is an
appetite suppressant. XENICAL inhibits fat absorption into the
body. So both may be used in conjunction with each other for those who are
seriously obese.
BE SURE TO TELL US ON YOU
MEDICAL HISTORY/PERSONAL PROFILE IF:
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You have high blood
pressure.
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You have an over-active
thyroid.
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You have glaucoma.
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You have Diabetes
Mellitus.
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You have emotional
problems.
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You are pregnant.
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You are currently
breast-feeding.
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You drink
alcohol-containing beverages regularly.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Inform your doctor about all
the medicines you use, (prescription and nonprescription) especially if you take high blood pressure medicine or MAO inhibitors (e.g. furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) or any other weight
loss medicine. Decongestants are commonly found in over-the-counter cough
and cold medicine.
SIDE EFFECTS:
MILD:
Blurred vision, dry mouth,
sleeplessness, irritability, stomach upset or constipation may occur the
first few days as your body adjusts to the medication. Other adverse
events include central nervous system effects, gastrointestinal
disturbances, and changes in libido. If these effects persist or become
bothersome, you may have to discontinue use. Exercise caution when
prescribing anti-obesity drugs for patients with hypertension. If this
medication makes you dizzy or lightheaded, avoid driving or engaging in
activities requiring alertness. Alcohol can increase unwanted side effects
of dizziness. Limit its use.
MODERATE:
Chest pain, pounding heart,
difficulty urinating, breathing difficulties or swelling while taking this
medication.
SEVERE:
Primary pulmonary
hypertension (PPH) and cardiac valvular disease have been reported in
patients receiving a combination of phentermine and fenfluramine
(phen-fen) or dexfenfluramine. The possibility of an association between
PPH and the use of TENUATE alone cannot be ruled out.
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
TENUATE is
contraindicated in patients with arteriosclerosis, cardiovascular disease,
and moderate to severe hypertension.
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