Fenfluramine

Fenfluramine is an anti-obesity medicine. It is used for the treatment of obesity. It decreases the food intake by suppressing the appetite.

Fenfluramine is to be taken on an empty stomach. However, it can be swallowed as a whole with water. Take it regularly and at the same time of each day to get the most benefit from it.

Fenfluramine may cause few side effects such as insomnia, dizziness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, and constipation. These side effects are usually transient but do consult the doctor if they bother you.

Before taking the medicine, inform your doctor of any blood pressure disorder or heart related disease. Also, if you are taking any medications for any mental condition, consult your doctor about the safety and efficacy of the medicine. It is important to monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine. While on the treatment, driving and operation heavy machineries is not recommended as you may feel dizziness.

• Obesity

Obesity
Fenfluramine decreases cravings for food every now and then. This helps reduce food intake and enables you to cut down on those extra calories that are responsible for gaining weight due to overeating. Therefore, this medicine helps to treat obesity and prevents the complications of being overweight like diabetes, high blood pressure and other serious problems. It also improves your confidence by helping you lose weight and enhances your quality of life.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ponderax

• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Dizziness
• Dryness in mouth
• Increased heart rate
• Nausea
• Loss of appetite
• High blood pressure
• Constipation

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fenfluramine is to be taken empty stomach.

Fenfluramine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by lowering the appetite, which in turn decreases the food intake. It gives a feeling of fullness and satiation.

• Fenfluramine is prescribed for the treatment of obesity.
• Inform your doctor if you have any heart disease or high blood pressure.
• You will be regularly monitored for blood pressure while taking Fenfluramine if you have high blood pressure.
• Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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