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What is Diethylpropion and why is it prescribed? Diethylpropion, an appetite suppressant, is prescribed for short-term use (a few weeks) as part of an overall diet plan for weight reduction. It is available in two forms: immediate-release tablets and controlled-release tablets. Diethylpropion should be used with a behavior modification program. Diethylpropion will lose its effectiveness within a few weeks. When this begins to happen, you should discontinue the medicine rather than increase the dosage. How should you take Diethylpropion? Follow your doctors directions for taking Diethylpropion. Diethylpropion may be habit-forming and can be addicting. If you are taking the controlled release formulation, do not crush or chew the tablets. Swallow the medication whole. If you miss a dose and you are taking the immediate-release form of Diethylpropion, go back to your regular schedule at the next meal. If you are taking Diethylpropion Dospan, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the dose. Never take two doses at once. Store Diethylpropion at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Protect from excessive heat. Are there any Diethylpropion side effects? Diethylpropion side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Diethylpropion side effects may include abdominal discomfort, abnormal redness of the skin, anxiety, blood pressure elevation, blurred vision, breast development in males, bruising, changes in sex drive, chest pain, constipation, depression, diarrhea, difficulty with voluntary movements, dizziness, drowsiness, dryness of the mouth, feelings of discomfort, feelings of elation, feeling of illness, hair loss, headache, hives, impotence, inability to fall or stay asleep, increased heart rate, increased seizures in epileptics, increased sweating, increased volume of diluted urine, irregular heartbeat, jitteriness, menstrual upset, muscle pain, nausea, nervousness, overstimulation, painful urination, palpitations, pupil dilation, rash, restlessness, shortness of breath or labored breathing, stomach and intestinal disturbances, tremors, unpleasant taste, and vomiting. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Diethylpropion? If Diethylpropion is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. Diethylpropion may interact with alcohol unfavorably. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication. It is especially important that you consult your doctor before combining Diethylpropion with Blood pressure medications (such as Ismelin), Insulin, or Phenothiazine drugs (such as the major tranquilizer Thorazine). Are there any special warnings about Diethylpropion? Diethylpropion may impair your ability to engage in potentially hazardous activities. Therefore, make sure you know how you react to this medication before you drive, operate dangerous machinery, or do anything else that requires alertness or concentration. If you have heart disease or high blood pressure, use caution when taking Diethylpropion. Diethylpropion may increase convulsions in some epileptics. Your doctor should monitor you carefully if you have epilepsy. Psychological dependence has occurred while taking this drug. Talk with your doctor if you find you are relying on this drug to maintain a state of well-being. The abrupt withdrawal of Diethylpropion following prolonged use at high doses may result in extreme fatigue, mental depression, and sleep disturbances. |
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