Sibutramine Benefits & Uses

Sibutramine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Obesity (Read More - 15 tried and tested tips to lose weight)

Sibutramine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Obesity Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Banned

Sibutramine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sibutramine is used -

Severe

Increased Heart Rate
Increased blood pressure

Moderate

Urine Retention

Common

Insomnia
Nausea or vomiting
Dry Mouth
Dizziness
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Loss of appetite
Joint aches

Sibutramine Related Warnings

Is the use of Sibutramine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Sibutramine. If you are pregnant, do not take Sibutramine without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Sibutramine safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Sibutramine. Immediately discontinue Sibutramine if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Sibutramine on the Kidneys?

Sibutramine rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Sibutramine on the Liver?

Side effects of Sibutramine rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Sibutramine on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Sibutramine. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Sibutramine with Other Drugs

Sibutramine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Fentanyl

Guaifenesin

Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine

Sibutramine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sibutramine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Anorexia Nervosa
Diabetes
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Sibutramine

Is this Sibutramine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Sibutramine has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Sibutramine can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

No, Sibutramine is not completely safe as it has some side effects.

Dangerous
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Sibutramine in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Sibutramine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sibutramine

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Sibutramine and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Sibutramine

Consuming Sibutramine with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sibutramine

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 137-139

Sibutramine Capsule