Sibutramine Hydrochloride Monohydrate

• Sibutramine

Sibutramine is often prescribed as an aid to weight loss and weight maintenance. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed overview of sibutramine, explaining how it works, when and how it should be taken, possible side effects, and dosing guidelines.

• Side Effects of Sibutramine

Headaches, a dry mouth, and a loss of appetite are among the most common side effects of sibutramine. This eMedTV Web page lists common side effects seen with the drug, rare side effects, and side effects that may require prompt medical attention.

• What Is Sibutramine Used For?

Sibutramine uses consist of helping adults lose weight and keeping the weight off. This eMedTV article explains in detail how the drug works to achieve these effects, and also discusses why it is not used in children younger than 16 years old.

• Sibutramine Dosing

The recommended starting sibutramine dosage is typically 10 mg once a day. This portion of the eMedTV archives offers helpful tips on sibutramine dosing, including when and how to take the drug and factors that may affect your dosage.

• Drug Interactions With Sibutramine

This page on the eMedTV Web site covers the potentially negative consequences of combining sibutramine with certain medicines. This page lists the medicines that can cause drug interactions with sibutramine and also describes how they may be avoided.

• Precautions and Warnings With Sibutramine

Sibutramine may cause seizures, gallstones, or increased bleeding. This selection from the eMedTV Web site discusses other important precautions and warnings with sibutramine, and describes who should not take the medication.