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Meridia® and Health Considerations
Please note that Meridia has been pulled in most countries to unacceptable side effects
Like any other prescription medicine, there are some medical conditions that render and individual a poor candidate for Meridia. Always discuss using Meridia with a medical doctor and always review all past and present medical conditions when making a decision to use Meridia. Some health conditions that may impact a person's decision to use Meridia may include:
1) Allergies
Inform a doctor if any previous allergic reaction to Meridia has been experienced. Allergies to foods, preservatives or dyes should also be considered prior to using Meridia.
2) Diet
It is imperative that patients taking Meridia follow a low fat, calorie reduced diet while taking the medication. Meridia will not be completely effective without incorporating a healthful diet into lifestyle.
3) Pregnancy
Meridia has not been studied for use with pregnant women. Always advise a doctor if you are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant before taking Meridia. Most health practitioners agree that Meridia use in pregnant women should be avoided.
4) Breast Feeding
Studies have not concluded whether Meridia passes to a newborn through breast milk. Talk to a doctor before using Meridia while breast feeding.
5) Children and Adolescents
Meridia has not been studied for use with children and adolescents. Like most other prescription diet pills, Meridia is not advised for use in this age group.
6) Older Adults
Meridia has not been studied for use in older adults. Although there is no evidence to suggest that Meridia may react negatively with this age group, older individuals should discuss Meridia with their doctor before using the medicine.
7) Other Medications
Other medications can interfere with or influence dosage levels of Meridia. Advise your doctor if you are considering taking Meridia while taking other medications, such as:
Appetite suppressants
Bromocriptine
Buspirone
Certain tricyclic antidepressants (amitriptyline, clomipramine, imipramine)
Dextromethorphan
Levodopa
Lithium
Meperidine
Nefazodone
Pentazocine
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (citalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline)
Street drugs (LSD, MDMA (ecstasy), marijuana)
Sumatriptan
Tramadol
Trazodone
Tryptophan
Venlafaxine
Moclobemide
Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors (furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine)
Never take Meridia within 2 weeks of taking any MAO inhibitor, or while taking a MAO inhibitor. Severe health consequences can result, including severe seizures, extremely high blood pressure, or the serotonin syndrome. Also allow at least 2 weeks to pass between taking one of these medicines (Meridia or an MAO inhibitor) and taking the other.
8) Other Medical Problems
Some medical problems make an individual a poor candidate for Meridia. Always discuss all medications with a doctor prior to taking Meridia. Inform your doctor if you have:
Anorexia nervosa (or any eating disorder)
Glaucoma
High blood pressure
Brain disease or damage
Seizures
Gallstones
Heart disease
Stroke
Kidney disease
Liver disease
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