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What is Diethylpropion?
Diethylpropion is a sympathomimetic amine,
which is similar to an amphetamine. It
is also known as an "anorectic" or an "anorexigenic"
drug. Diethylpropion stimulates the central
nervous system (nerves and brain), which
increases your heart rate and blood
pressure and decreases your appetite.
Diethylpropion is used as a short-term
supplement to diet and exercise in the
treatment of obesity.
Diethylpropion may also be used for purposes
other than those listed in this
medication guide.
What is the most important
information I should know about Diethylpropion?
Use caution when driving, operating
machinery, or performing other hazardous
activities. Diethylpropion may cause dizziness,
blurred vision, or restlessness, and it
may hide the symptoms of extreme
tiredness. If you experience these
effects, avoid hazardous activities.
Diethylpropion is habit forming. You can
become physically and psychologically
dependent on this medication, and
withdrawal effects may occur if you stop
taking it suddenly after several weeks
of continuous use. Talk to your doctor
about stopping this medication
gradually.
Do not crush, chew, or open any
"once-daily" Diethylpropion tablets or
capsules. Swallow them whole.
How should I take Diethylpropion?
Take Diethylpropion exactly as directed by
your doctor. If you do not understand
these directions, ask your pharmacist,
nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose with a full glass of
water.
Take Diethylpropion on an empty stomach 1
hour before meals. An evening dose may
be taken to overcome nighttime hunger.
Diethylpropion is usually taken three times
a day (regular-release formula). Follow
your doctor's instructions.
The sustained-release formulation is
usually taken once a day in the
midmorning.
Do not crush, chew or open any
"once-daily" (long-acting or
sustained-release) Diethylpropion tablets or
capsules. Swallow them whole.
Never take more of this medication
than is prescribed for you. Too much
Diethylpropion could be very dangerous to your
health.
Store Diethylpropion at room temperature
away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you
remember. However, if it is almost time
for your next dose or if it is already
evening, skip the missed dose and take
only your next regularly scheduled dose.
A dose taken too late in the day will
cause insomnia. Do not take a double
dose of this medication.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention.
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