Didrex Uses?
Didrex is prescribed to patients along with an exercise and eating program
and counseling as a short-term aid to lose weight. It acts as an appetite
suppressant.
Didrex Directions?
Didrex needs to be taken around 30 minutes for you eat. If your physician
directs you to take one dose a day, take it in the morning. If you don't
do that, it is best that you make sure to take your final dose of Didrex
a minimum of 4 to 6 hours before you go to bed.
Didrex Side Effects?
Potential side effects could include restlessness, difficulty sleeping,
nervousness, or dry mouth. If they occur and become troublesome, speak to
your doctor.
Didrex Warnings?
If you take Didrex while you are pregnant, or if you become pregnant while
taking Didrex, be aware that Didrex has been shown to have the potential
for resulting in fetal harm. Studies in mammals taking high doses of amphetamines
have resulted in fetal malformation and embryotoxicity.
Didrex also has the potential to be absorbed and excreted with breast
milk. Because of this, women who are breast-feeding are also warned against
using this medication. It is highly recommended that if you are pregnant,
suspect you might be pregnant, or are breast-feeding an infant that you
avoid this drug completely.
Patients who suffer from long-term medical conditions are also warned
against using this drug. If you suffer from conditions such as glaucoma,
an over-active thyroid, symptomatic cardiovascular disease, advanced arteriosclerosis,
moderate to severe hypertension, or known hypersensitivity or idiosyncrasy
to sympathomimetic amines, be sure to inform your doctor, as you should
not take Didrex. Doctors are also warned against prescribing Didrex to
patients with an addictive history or who appear restless or agitated.
Contact your local poison control center or go to the emergency room
in case of overdose. Sign to look for if you suspect overdose include
nausea, stomach cramps, diarrhea, vomiting, tremors, confusion, restlessness,
or rapid breathing.
Didrex Drug Interactions?
Inform your online doctor about all the medicines you use, (prescription
and nonprescription) especially if you take high blood pressure medicine
or MAO inhibitors like, furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine
or any other weight loss medicine. If you begin taking Didrex, you should
avoid other "stimulant" drugs that may increase your heart rate
such as decongestants (commonly found in over-the-counter cough and cold
medicine) or caffeine.
Didrex Missed Dose?
If you forget to take one of your doses of Didrex, take it when you discover
this error. Never take a double dose at one time.
Didrex 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.
Anything Else I Should Know About Didrex?
Don't take more Didrex than prescribed or take this medication any longer
than recommended without talking with your doctor. Taking this drug longer
or taking more than recommended can result in damaging side effects. This
medication is not to be shared with anyone. Instead, share the website
where they can take our Free Online Consultation to make sure Didrex is
okay for them to use.
Wait to find out how your body is going to react to Didrex before you
begin driving or any other activities that could be dangerous if you are
impaired in some way. Inform all physicians that you are using Didrex
before any medical procedures including dental work, emergency services,
or have surgical work done. Didrex is not recommended for pregnant women,
nor should you use it if you are breast-feeding, as it is excreted in
breast milk. |
