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Generic Meridia (Leptos)Product: LeptosDrug Name: Sibutramine Packaging Type: Box of 10 X 15mg capsules. Each capsule is individually sealed. Manufacturer: BioStar Pharmaceuticals Please note that we cannot supply Meridia (Reductil, Leptos or Obestat) and Sibutramine is an FDA Controlled Substance. Leptos is Generic Meridia. Leptos is made by BioStar Pharmaceuticals in India. Use Meridia is indicated for the management of obesity, including weight loss and maintenance of weight loss, and should be used in conjunction with a reduced calorie diet. Meridia is recommended for obese patients with an initial body mass index > 30 kg/m2, or > 27 kg/m2 in the presence of other risk factors (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia). Meridia is contraindicated in patients receiving monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), patients with anorexia nervosa, those with hypersensitivity to sibutramine or any ingredients of Meridia, and those taking other centrally acting appetite-suppressant drugs. Meridia substantially increases blood pressure in some patients. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is required when prescribing Meridia. For patients who experience a sustained increase in blood pressure or pulse rate while receiving Meridia, either a dose reduction or discontinuation should be considered. Meridia should not be used in patients with a history of coronary artery disease arrhythmia, congestive heart failure, or stroke. Meridia should not be used in patients with uncontrolled or poorly controlled hypertension, severe hepatic dysfunction, or severe renal impairment. Meridia should be used with caution in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma or a history of seizures. Meridia® (sibutramine HCl monohydrate) C-IV capsules inhibits semitonic reawake; in general, it should not be administered with other semitone agents. However, if such a combination is clinically indicated, appropriate observation of the patient is warranted. Women who are pregnant of planning to become pregnant or who are breast-feeding their infant should not use Meridia. Most common adverse events include headache (30%), dry mouth (17%), anorexia (13%), constipation (12%), and insomnia (11%). |
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