How Tenuate care of us. uses of Tenuate Tenuate is used along with a doctor-approved, reduced-calorie diet, exercise, and behavior change program to help you lose weight. It's used in people who are significantly overweight ( obese ) and haven't been able to lose enough weight with diet and exercise alone. Losing weight and keeping it off can reduce the many health risks that come with obesity, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and a shorter life.
It isn't known how Tenuate helps people to lose weight. It may work by decreasing your appetite, increasing amount of energy used by your body, or by affecting certain parts of brain. This medication is an appetite suppressant and belongs to a class of drugs called sympathomimetic amines. how to use of Tenuate Take the immediate-release form of Tenuate by mouth, usually 3 times a day 1 hour before meals or as directed by your doctor. If late-night eating is a problem, your doctor may direct we to take another dose in the evening. Taking Tenuate late in day may cause trouble sleeping ( insomnia ) .
The sustained-release form of Tenuate is usually taken once a day in mid-morning. Swallow Tenuate whole. Don't crush, chew, or break tablets. Doing so can destroy the long action of drug and may increase side effects.
The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Your doctor will adjust dose to find best dose for you. Use Tenuate regularly and exactly as prescribed in order to get most benefit from it. To help we remember, take it at same time ( s ) each day.
Tenuate is usually taken for only a few weeks at a time. It shouldn't be taken with other appetite suppressants ( see also Drug Interaction section ) . The possibility of serious side effects increases with longer use of Tenuate and use of Tenuate along with certain other diet drugs.
Tenuate may cause dependence, especially if it has been used regularly for an extended time or if it has been used in high doses. In such cases, withdrawal reactions ( e. g. , depression, severe tiredness ) may occur if you suddenly stop Tenuate. To prevent withdrawal when stopping extended/regular treatment with Tenuate, gradually reduce dosage as directed. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details, and report any withdrawal reactions immediately.
Rarely, abnormal drug-seeking behavior ( addiction ) is possible with Tenuate. Don't increase your dose, take it more frequently, or use it for a longer time than prescribed. Properly stop the medication when so directed.
We should see some weight loss soon after we start this medication. Tell your doctor if we don't see at least 4 pounds of weight loss within 4 weeks of starting Tenuate. Tenuate may stop working well after you have been taking it for a while. Talk with your doctor if this medication stops working well. Don't increase dose unless directed by your doctor. Your doctor may direct we to stop taking this medication. side effects of Tenuate Dizziness, dry mouth, difficulty sleeping, irritability, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation may occur while use Tenuate. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed Tenuate because he or she has judged that benefit to we is greater than risk of side effects. Many people using Tenuate do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:
Stop taking Tenuate and seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:
Tenuate may infrequently cause serious ( sometimes fatal ) lung or heart problems ( pulmonary hypertension, heart valve problems ) . The risk increases with longer use of Tenuate and use of Tenuate along with other appetite-suppressant drugs/herbal products. If you notice any of following unlikely but very serious side effects, stop taking Tenuate and consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately:
A very serious allergic reaction to Tenuate is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction:
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If we notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. precautions of Tenuate Before taking Tenuate, tell your doctor or pharmacist if we are allergic to it; or to any other sympathomimetic amines ( e. g. , decongestants such as pseudoephedrine, stimulants such as amphetamine, appetite suppressants such as phentermine ) ; or if you have any other allergies.
Tenuate should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using Tenuate, consult your doctor or pharmacist if we have:
Before using Tenuate, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
Tenuate may make we dizzy or ( rarely ) drowsy or cause blurred vision. Use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness and clear vision such as driving or using machinery. Avoid alcoholic beverages.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you're using Tenuate.
Kidney function declines as you grow older. This medication is removed by kidneys. Therefore, elderly people may be at greater risk for dizziness and high blood pressure while using this drug.
During pregnancy, Tenuate should be used only when clearly needed. It isn't recommended for use for long periods or in high doses near expected delivery date because of possible harm to the unborn baby. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Infants born to mothers who have been using Tenuate for a long time or in high doses may have withdrawal symptoms such as irritability or extreme tiredness. Tell your doctor immediately if we notice any of these symptoms in your newborn.
Tenuate may pass into breast milk and could have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Therefore, breast-feeding is not recommended while using Tenuate. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. interactions of Tenuate Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.
Tenuate shouldn't be used with certain medications because very serious interactions may occur while use Tenuate. If you're taking or have taken other appetite-suppressant drugs in past year ( e. g. , phentermine, sibutramine, ephedra/ma huang ) , tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting Tenuate.
Avoid taking MAO inhibitors ( e. g. , furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine ) within 2 weeks before, during, and after treatment with Tenuate. In some cases a serious ( possibly fatal ) drug interaction may occur while use Tenuate.
If you're currently using any of these medications, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting Tenuate.
Before using Tenuate, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products we may use, especially:
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if we also take drugs that cause dizziness or drowsiness such as: certain antihistamines ( e. g. , diphenhydramine ) , anti-seizure drugs ( e. g. , carbamazepine ) , medicine for sleep or anxiety ( e. g. , alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem ) , muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers ( e. g. , codeine ) , psychiatric medicines ( e. g. , risperidone, amitriptyline, trazodone ) .
Also report use of drugs which might increase seizure risk when combined with Tenuate such as isoniazid ( INH ) , phenothiazines ( e. g. , thioridazine ) , theophylline, or tricyclic antidepressants ( e. g. , amitriptyline ) , among others.
Check the labels on all your medicines/herbal products ( e. g. , cough-and-cold products containing decongestants such as pseudoephedrine, diet aids such as phenylpropanolamine/ephedra/ma huang ) because they may contain ingredients that could increase your heart rate or blood pressure. Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely.
Caffeine can increase the side effects of Tenuate. Avoid drinking large amounts of beverages containing caffeine ( coffee, tea, colas ) or eating large amounts of chocolate.
This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using Tenuate, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share list with your doctor and pharmacist.
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