Diethylpropion: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

What medicine is Diethylpropion?

What is diethylpropion for?

Diethylpropion is a drug that is used in conjunction with a doctor-approved low-calorie diet, exercise, and behavior-change program to help you lose weight. This drug is used in people who are overweight (obese) and have not been able to lose weight with diet and exercise alone.

Losing and maintaining weight can reduce the risk of many diseases associated with obesity, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and a shorter lifespan.

It is not known how this drug may help with weight loss. Diethylpropion is a drug that may work by reducing your appetite, increasing the amount of energy your body uses, or by affecting certain parts of the brain. This drug is an appetite suppressant and belongs to a class of drugs called sympathomimetic amines.

Diethylpropion dosage

How to use Diethylpropion?

Diethylpropion is a medicine that is taken directly 3 times a day 1 hour before meals or as directed by your doctor. If you have trouble eating late at night, your doctor may direct you to take another dose later in the day. Diethylpropion is a drug that is taken at night and is at risk of having trouble sleeping (insomnia).

The extended release form of diethylpropion is usually taken once a day in the middle of the morning. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. Also, do not split tablets unless they have a dividing line and your doctor or pharmacist tells you to do so. Swallow all or part of the tablet without crushing or chewing.

Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Your doctor will adjust the dosage to find the best dosage for you. Use this medication regularly and exactly as prescribed to get its benefits. To help you remember, use it at the same time every day.

Diethylpropion is a drug that is usually used for only a few weeks. This medicine should not be used with other appetite-suppressing drugs (see also Drug Interactions section). The likelihood of serious side effects increases due to prolonged use of this drug and concurrent use of other diet drugs.

This medicine may cause discontinuation reactions, especially if it has been used regularly for a long time or in high doses.

In such cases, withdrawal symptoms (such as depression and severe fatigue) may occur if you suddenly stop using this drug. To prevent these reactions, your doctor may reduce the dose gradually. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details, and report any discontinuation reactions.

Diethylpropion is a drug that can be addictive, although it is rarely found. Do not increase your dose, use it more often, or use it for a longer time than prescribed. Stop using the drug according to the doctor's instructions.

You may experience weight loss as soon as you start using this medicine. Tell your doctor if you have not lost at least 1 lb (2 kg) within 4 weeks of starting this drug. This medication may not work well after you have used it for a short time. Talk with your doctor if this medication doesn't work well. Do not increase your dose unless directed by your doctor. Your doctor may direct you to stop taking this drug.

Follow the rules given by your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

How to store Diethylpropion?

This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Diethylpropion side effects

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the diethylpropion dosage for adults?

Adult Dose for Obesity:

Diethylpropion is a short-term oral drug in the treatment of exogenous obesity. Use an immediate release tablet of 25 mg 3 times a day, 1 hour before meals, and in the middle of the night if needed to mask nighttime hunger.

As for controlled use tablets, use 75 mg once a day, swallowed whole in the morning

What is the Diethylpropion dosage for children?

Children's Dose for Obesity:

Diethylpropion is a drug that can be used for children older than 16 years. For short-term use in the treatment of exogenous obesity, use immediate release 25 mg tablet 3 times daily, 1 hour before meals, and midnight if needed to mask nighttime hunger.

Whereas for controlled use tablets use 75 mg once a day, swallow whole in the morning.

In what dosage is Diethylpropion available?

Diethylpropion is a drug that is available in the following preparations:

• Tablet, immediate use, Oral: 25 mg.
• Tablet, controlled use, Oral: 75 mg.

Diethylpropion Drug Warnings and Cautions

What side effects can be experienced due to diethylpropion?

Diethylpropion is a drug that can cause side effects. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using diethylpropion and call your doctor if you experience serious side effects such as:

• fast, pounding, or uneven heart rate
• chest pain, feeling short of breath (even with light activity)
• felt like passing out
• swelling in the ankles or soles of the feet
• confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior
• convulsions (convulsions)
• uncontrolled muscle movements or
• sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body.

Less serious side effects may include:

• nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain
• headache, blurred vision
• feeling nervous, anxious, or restless
• sleep problems (insomnia)
• dizziness, drowsiness, tired feeling
• depression
• dry mouth, bad taste in mouth
• decreased sex drive
• mild itching or rash

Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Diethylpropion Drug Interactions

What should be known before using diethylpropion?

Diethylpropion is a drug that must be used under a doctor's supervision. Before using diethylpropion, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to diethylpropion amphetamine other diet pills medicine for allergies, hay fever, and colds or any other medications.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about the drugs you use, especially guanethidine, insulin, and nonprescription MAO inhibitors even if you have stopped using them in the last 2 weeks, herbal products, and vitamins. Tell your doctor if you have used any other diet pills in the past year.

Tell your doctor if you have or have had heart disease or vascular disease, high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid gland, diabetes, glaucoma, pulmonary hypertension, seizures, or a history of drug abuse.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while using diethylpropion, call your doctor.

If you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about using diethylpropion.

You should know that this drug can make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug reacts to your body. Note that alcohol can increase the drowsiness caused by this drug.

Is Diethylpropion safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There is no adequate research on the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category B according to the Food and Drug Administration in the United States.

The following references to pregnancy risk categories according to the Food and Drug Administration in the United States:

• A = No risk,
• B = not at risk in several studies,
• C = May be risky,
• D = There is positive evidence of risk,
• X = Contraindicated,
• N = Unknown

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What medicines may interact with diethylpropion?

Diethylpropion is a drug that can cause interactions. Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription or non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval

• Furazolidone, MAO inhibitors (for example, phenelzine), general anesthetics (for example, thiopental), or tramadol because of side effects such as high blood pressure, slow or irregular heartbeat, high body temperature, or an increased risk of seizures may occur.
• Serotonin reuptake inhibitors (for example, fluoxetine) due to increased performance and side effects of these drugs
• Guanethidine and methyldopa, because of their effectiveness may decrease
• Phenothiazines (eg, thioridazine) due to diethylpropion's effectiveness may decrease

Can food or alcohol interact with Diethylpropion?

Diethylpropion is a drug that can react to food or alcohol. Certain drugs should not be used when eating or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions may interact with Diethylpropion?

Diethylpropion is a drug that can react to certain health conditions. The presence of other health problems in your body may affect the use of this medicine. Tell your doctor if you have other health problems, especially:

• restlessness
• arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), continued or
• drug abuse or drug dependence, a history of this condition or
• glaucoma
• heart problems (for example, heart murmurs, heart valve disease)
• severe hypertension (high blood pressure)
• hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
• Pulmonary hypertension (increased blood pressure in the lungs) - not recommended for use in patients with this condition
• heart disease or vascular disease
• heart rhythm problems (for example, arrhythmias)
• hypertension (high blood pressure), mild to moderate
• mental illness
• seizures or epilepsy - use with caution. It might make things worse
• kidney disease - use with caution. Higher blood levels due to diethylpropion may occur, which can increase the risk of serious side effects.

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What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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