Sibutramine:Why Sibutramine banned?
Sibutramine:Why Sibutramine banned?
What is sibutramine?
Sibutramine, formerly sold under the brand name Meridia among others, is an appetite suppressant which is no longer marketed. Until 2010, it was marketed and prescribed as an adjunct in the treatment of obesity along with diet and exercise. It has been associated with increased cardiovascular events and strokes and has been withdrawn from the market in several countries and regions including Australia,Canada,China,the European Union,Hong Kong,India,Mexico, New Zealand,the Philippines,Thailand，the United Kingdom,and the United States.Sibutramine Dosage
Sibutramine is taken once daily, generally in the morning. Therapy usually is started with one 10mg tablet per day. The dose may be increased to 15mg by the physician after several weeks to achieve the desired effect. Doses of up to 60mg have been studied. Sibutramine may be taken with or without food.Why sibutramine banned?
Sibutramine – This pill has been banned owing to its adverse effects on the body. It plays with the nervous system as well as cardiovascular system causing seizures and palpitations.Nausea occurs commonly with this. There is enough risk of hypertension as well. Keeping the well-being of heart in mind, Sibutramine has been shown the door, but the formula is still being used incognito by the Malaysian Kangmei capsule,meant for weight loss.Sibutramine Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.Stop using sibutramine and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
- fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeats;
- new or worsening shortness of breath;
- agitation, hallucinations, fever, tremor, overactive reflexes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of coordination, dilated pupils;
- very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, confusion, feeling like you might pass out;
- easy bruising or bleeding (nosebleeds, bleeding gums, or any bleeding that will not stop);
- dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, seizure);
- chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, general ill feeling; or
- sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), problems with vision, speech, or balance.
- dry mouth, upset stomach;
- changes in appetite;
- constipation, stomach pain;
- headache, back pain, joint pain;
- feeling nervous, dizzy, or depressed;
- flu symptoms, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, cough;
- warmth, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin;
- trouble sleeping (insomnia); or
- mild skin rash.
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