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Riobant (Generic Acomplia)
Generic Name: Rimonabant
Dosage: 20mg Once Daily Before morning Meal
Packaging: 10 tablets per foil blister strips
Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceuticals
What is Riobant (Generic Acomplia) is used for?
Riobant (Generic Acomplia) is an weight loss pills also known as anti-obesity drug (causes a reduction in appetite) that is used to help weight loss. Riobant (Generic Acomplia) also helps in reduncing tobacco dependcy in smokers, helping people to quit smoking.
How to Take Riobant (Generic Acomplia)?
Always take Riobant (Generic Acomplia) as your doctor has directed you. The usual dose is one 20mg tablet to be taken once daily in the morning before breakfast.
How does Riobant (Generic Acomplia) Work?
Riobant (Generic Acomplia) acts by selectively blocking CB1 receptors found in the brain and in peripheral organs important in glucose and lipid (or fat) metabolism, including adipose tissue, the liver, gastrointestinal tract and muscle(1). CB1 receptor blockade with Riobant (Generic Acomplia) acts to decrease the overactivity of the endocannabinoid system (EC system)(2,3). The EC system is a recently characterised physiological system that includes receptors such as the CB1 receptor and it has been shown to play an important role in regulating body weight and in controlling energy balance, as well as glucose and lipid (or fat) metabolism. In simple terms it acts as an appetite suppressant. It curbs the normal appetite and urge to consume tobacco making you eat and smoke less.
Riobant (Generic Acomplia) Possible Side Effects?
Side effects of Riobant (Generic Acomplia) can be enumerated as depression, anxiety, irritability, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, stomach upset. If you experience any prolonged or serious side effects, seek immediate medical attention. It is recommended that you consult a General Practitioner before embarking upon treatment with Rimonabant 20mg (Riobant).
Riobant (Generic Acomplia) Precautions?
Pregnant women and breast-feeding mothers should avoid consumption of rimonabant 20 mg (Riobant (Generic Acomplia). Kindly inform your doctor about your medical history and any medication that you are engaged, in order to avoid any contraindications of acomplia medication.
For more information please contact your family physician or doctor or pharmacist.
Please Note:- The health information contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace a discussion with a healthcare provider. All decisions regarding patient care must be made with a healthcare provider and consider the unique characteristics of each patient.
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