We
prescribe generic Tenuate.
Generic name: Diethylproprion.
Possible
uses of this medication
Tenuate is an appetite suppressant used along with diet, exercise,
and behavior therapy for the short-term management of obesity.
How
to take this medication
Take on an empty stomach, once daily, 30-60 minutes before breakfast.
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. This medication is usually taken for 8
to 12 weeks.
Side
Effects
Side effects, that may go away during treatment, include restlessness,
nervousness, difficulty sleeping, or dry mouth. If they continue
or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Precautions
Do not exceed the recommended dose or take this medicine for longer
than prescribed without checking with your doctor. Exceeding the
recommended dose or taking this medicine for longer than prescribed
may cause serious side effects. Keep all doctor and laboratory
appointments while you are using this medicine. Before you begin
taking any new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist. Do not drive, operate machinery,
or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how
you react to this medicine. Before you have any medical or dental
treatments, emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist
that you are using this medicine. For women: this medicine is
excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding
while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist
to discuss the risks to your baby.
Drug
Interactions
Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use, (prescription
and nonprescription) especially if you take high blood pressure
medicine or MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline,
tranylcypromine) or any other weight loss medicine. Avoid "stimulant"
drugs that may increase your heart rate or blood pressure such
as decongestants or caffeine. Decongestants are commonly found
in over-the-counter cough and cold medicine.
Missed
Dose
If you miss a dose, do not double the next dose. Instead, skip
the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Keep
this and all medications out of the reach of children.
Notes
Appetite suppressants are not a substitute for proper diet. For
maximum effects, this must be used in conjunction with a diet
and exercise program. Do not share this medication with others.
