| Didrex is an appetite suppressant that
is used in conjuction with an overall diet plan and excercise to reduce
weight.
Each DIDREX tablet contains 50 milligrams of (benzphetamine hydrochloride).
It comes in a round, peach colored pill, imprinted with "DIDREX
50". Each pill is scored.
| DRUG |
DOSAGE |
QUANTITY |
CONSULT |
PRICES |
|
 |
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| Didrex |
50mg |
30 tabs |
FREE |
98 |
Order |
|
Didrex |
50mg |
90 tabs |
FREE |
186 |
Order |
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 How
does Didrex 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.
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How to take Didrex:
This medication is best taken on an empty stomach; one hour before
breakfast each morning. Sustained-release or long acting products
such as this, 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. 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.
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How effective is Didrex?
DIDREX is effective therapy for the obese patient who needs to loose
weight to decease diseases associated with significant overweight.
The magnitude of the weight loss will depend on the degree of concomitant
caloric restriction and the use of a graded exercise program.
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How long can I continue to use Didrex?
DIDREX 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 DIDREX
after a few weeks of treatment, which is when you should be well
on your way to a new lifestyle and ready to stop DIDREX.
Appetite suppressants are not a substitute for proper diet. For
maximum effects, this must be used in conjunction with a diet and
exercise program.
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Didrex vs. Xenical:
DIDREX 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.
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Be sure to tell us on your medical history/personal profile
if:
- You have high blood pressure.
- You have an over-active thyroid.
- You have glaucoma.
- You have Diabetes Mellitus.
- You have emotional problems.
- You are pregnant.
- You are currently breast-feeding.
- You drink alcohol-containing beverages regularly.
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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.
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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 DIDREX alone cannot
be ruled out.
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Contraindications:
DIDREX is contraindicated in patients with arteriosclerosis, cardiovascular
disease, and moderate to severe hypertension.
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