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Slimfast Medicine Information
Product Name : Slimfast
Packaging and Product : Slimfast 5mg, Slimfast 10mg, and Slimfast 15mg in Foil Strips of 10 capsules
Manufacturer : Cipla, Glenmark, Sun Pharmaceuticals.
What is Slimfast?
- Slimfast is a Generic weight loss pills, is indicated for the management of obesity, including weight loss and maintenance of weight loss, it should be used in conjunction with a reduced calorie diet.
- Generic Slimfast is recommended for obese patients with an initial body mass index > 30 kg/m2 or > 27 kg/m2 in the presence of other risk factors (e.g. hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia).
- Body mass index is calculated by taking the patient`s weight, in kg, and dividing by the square of the height of the patient, in metres.
- Slimfast Dosage and administration
- The recommended starting dose of Slimfast is 10 mg once daily with or without food.
- If there is inadequate weight loss, the dose may be titrated after four weeks to a total of 15 mg once daily.
- Doses above 15 mg daily are not recommended.
- The 5 mg dose should be reserved for patients who do not tolerate the 10 mg dose.
- Blood pressure and heart rate changes should be taken into account when making decisions regarding dose titration.
SlimFast the Slimming Pills Offers:
- Suppress Your Appetite
- Burn Fat
- Increase Your Energy
- Lose Excess Weight
- Burn Calories
- Increase Your Metabolism
- Stimulate Thermogenesis
- No Prescription Necessary
What is SlimFast PRESCRIBED For?
SlimFast is used for reducing weight, with Controlled Low Calory diet, SlimFast works by increasing metabolism and controlling the appetite.
How Should I Take SlimFast capsules?
- Take Slimfast dose with a full glass of water or juice, on an empty stomach.
- Swallow the pill as whole, do not crush, crew or chew them.
- Usually Generic SlimFast is prescribed to be taken once or twice a day.
- Store SlimFast in the container it came in, tightly closed, at a room temperature.
- Protect the medicine from moisture, direct light and heat.
- Keep it out of the reach of children.
Slimfast Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Slimfast
- Patients receiving monoamine oxidase inhibitors
- Patients taking other centrally acting appetite suppressant drugs
- Anorexia nervosa
Slimfast drug Warnings and Precautions
Slimfast DRUG INTERACTIONS
CNS active drugs: Slimfast should not be used concomitantly with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) and serotonergic drugs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) since rare, but serious, constellation of symptoms termed ‘serotonin syndrome’ have been reported. At least two weeks should elapse between discontinuation of an MAOI and initiation of treatment with Slimfast. Similarly, at least two weeks should elapse between discontinuation of Slimfast and an MAOI.
Drugs that may raise blood pressure and/or heart rate: Concomitant use of Slimfast and other agents that may raise blood pressure or heart rate (e.g. certain decongestants, cough, cold and allergy medications that contain agents such as phenylpropanolamine, ephedrine or pseudoephedrine) have not been evaluated. Caution should be used when prescribing Slimfast to patients who use these medications.
Drugs that inhibit cytochrome P450 (3A4) metabolism: In vitro studies have shown that ketoconazole, erythromycin and cimetidine inhibit the cytochrome P450 (3A4) mediated metabolism of Slimfast but the magnitude of such an interaction appears to be small and not of clinical significance.
Alcohol: The concomitant use of Slimfast and excess alcohol is not recommended.
What are the CONTRAINDICATIONS for taking SlimFast?
SlimFast is contraindecated to patients who have diarrhea, a stomach or intestinal infection; pregnant or breast-feeding women. SlimFast should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 18 years old; as safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
What Happens if I MISS A DOSE?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not double or take extra doses.
What happens if I OVERDOSE?
Symptoms of SlimFast overdose may include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, skin rash, drowsiness, or hyperactivity. If the overdose is suspected, contact your doctor or emergency room as soon as possible.
What are the possible SIDE EFFECTS of SlimFast?
SlimFast may cause the following side effects: fever; seizures; severe diarrhea; stomach cramps/pain; diarrhea/loose stools; nausea; vomiting.
Contact your doctor right away if stomach pain or severe diarrhea occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.
What other drugs can INTERACT with SlimFast?
There are not known interactions of SlimFast with any other herbal dietary supplements or drugs; however it's recommended to consul your doctor before taking other medicines along with SlimFast.
Additional Information on Slimfast
SlimFast is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
Slimfast in PREGNANCY?
There are no adequate and well controlled studies with Slimfast in pregnant women. The use of Slimfast during pregnancy is not recommended Women of child-bearing potential should employ adequate contraception while taking Slimfast. Patients should be advised to notify their physician if they become pregnant or intend to become pregnant during therapy.
NURSING MOTHERS
It is not known whether Slimfast or its metabolites are excreted in human milk. Slimfast is not recommended for use in nursing mothers. Patients should be advised to notify their physician if they are breast feeding.
PEDIATRIC USE
The safety and efficacy of Slimfast in pediatric patients under 18 years of age have not been established.
SLIMFAST Side effects
Slimfast is generally well tolerated. Dry mouth, anorexia, insomnia and constipation are the commonly observed side effects. Convulsions have been reported in patients who had potentially predisposing factors for seizures. Ecchymosis/bleeding have been observed due to its possible effects on platelet function as a result of its effect on serotonin uptake. Other side effects observed are diarrhea, flatulence, gastroenteritis, peripheral oedema, arthritis, agitation, hypertonia, bronchitis, pruritis and menstrual disorders.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur with Slimfast in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
For more information On SLIMFAST 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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