The following health and medicine information
is merely a summary about the medication Didrex. The
medical information is not and should not be intended
to replace your doctor or personal physicians' instructions.
(Appetite Suppressant - ORAL)
USES
Didrex is an appetite suppressant used along with
diet, exercise, and behavior therapy for the short-term
management of obesity.
BEFORE USING
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Some drugs or medical conditions may interact with
these medications. Be sure to tell your health care
provider, physician or pharmacist of all prescription
and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
Do not use Didrex if you are also taking furazolidone,
guanadrel, guanethidine, or monoamine oxidase inhibitors
(MAOIs). Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions,
allergies, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any
questions or concerns about using these medications.
DIRECTIONS
This medication is to be taken once daily, swallowed
whole, in midmorning. Do not increase your dose or
take it more often than prescribed because this drug
can be habit forming. Also, if used for a longer period
of time, do not suddenly stop this medication without
first consulting your doctor. Didrex is usually taken
for 8 to 12 weeks.
PRECAUTIONS
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You must not exceed the recommended dose or take these
medications for longer than prescribed without checking
with your doctor. Doing so may cause serious side
effects. Do not drive or do anything else that could
be dangerous until you know how you react to Didrex.
Before any medical or dental treatments, emergency
care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that
you are using Didrex. Do not take it if you are pregnant.
DIDREX IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. Do not breast feed
while taking this medication.
SIDE EFFECTS
These include restlessness, nervousness, difficulty
sleeping, and dry mouth. If they do not go away or
are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice
other effects not listed above, contact your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
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Some medicines or medical conditions may interact
with these medications. Be sure to tell your health
care provider, physician or pharmacist of all prescription
and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
DO NOT USE these medications if you are also taking
furazolidone, guanadrel, guanethidine, or monoamine
oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
STORAGE
Didrex must be stored at room temperature below 77
degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container,
away from heat and light. If you miss a dose of Didrex,
take it as soon as possible. DO NOT TAKE 2 DOSES AT
ONCE.
NOTES
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms
of overdose may include restlessness, tremor, rapid
breathing, confusion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea,
and stomach cramps.
