Duromine® Duromine - Medsafe

1 Duromine Duromine Consumer Medicine information (CMI) summaryThe full CMI on the next page has more details. If you are worried about using this medicine, speak to your doctor or am I using Duromine ? Duromine contains the active ingredient phentermine. Duromine is used to reduce body weight in obese or overweight patients. Formore information , see Section 1. Why am I using Duromine ? in the full should I know before I use Duromine ?Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to phentermine or any of the ingredients listed at the end of the are a number of circumstances in which a person should not use this medicine or may need to use caution. It is important tounderstand if these apply to you before taking Duromine (see the full CMI for more details).

2 Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines, or are pregnant or plan to becomepregnant or are more information , see Section 2. What should I know before I use Duromine ? in the full if I am taking other medicines?Some medicines may interfere with Duromine and affect how it works. A list of these medicines is in Section 3. What if I am taking other medicines? in the full do I use Duromine ? Carefully follow all directions given by your doctor or other healthcare professionals and never change the dose yourself. The usual dose of Duromine is one capsule a day. Swallow the capsule whole with plenty of water. Do not chew or open the instructions can be found in Section 4. How do I use Duromine ? in the full should I know while using Duromine ?

3 Things youshould do Remind any doctor, dentist, or pharmacist you visit that you are using Duromine . If you are going to have surgery, tell the surgeon or anaesthetist that you are taking Duromine . Stop taking and contact your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Duromine . Tell your doctor immediately if you experience sudden or rapid weight loss, difficulty breathing, chestpain, fainting, and swelling of the lower limbs or if you cannot exercise as much as you usually youshould not do Do not take Duromine to treat any other conditions unless your doctor tells you to. Do not give your medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as usingmachines Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how Duromine affects Do not drink alcohol whilst taking afteryour medicine Keep your capsules in the blister-foil pack until it is time to take them.

4 Store in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 30 C and keep out of reach of more information , see Section 5. What should I know while taking Duromine ? in the full there any side effects?Common side effects include changes in your heartbeat, high blood pressure, restlessness, trouble sleeping, nervousness, tremor,headache, dizziness, fainting, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or constipation, stomach cramps, dry or unpleasant taste in mouth,trouble urinating, skin rashes, sexual function problems, feelings of extreme happiness followed by depression and side effects include heart attack, stroke, chest pain, myocardial infarction and difficulty more information , including what to do if you have any side effects, see Section 6. Are there any side effects?

5 In the full 1 Duromine (dure-o-mean)Active ingredient(s): Phentermine (fen-ter-mean)Consumer Medicine information (CMI)This leaflet provides important information about usingDuromine. You should also speak to your doctor orpharmacist if you would like further information or if youhave any concerns or questions about taking to find information in this leaflet:1. Why am I taking Duromine ?2. What should I know before I take Duromine ?3. What if I am taking other medicines?4. How do I take Duromine ?5. What should I know while taking Duromine ?6. Are there any side effects?7. Product am I taking Duromine ? Duromine contains the active ingredient is combined with a resin which slowly releasesthe phentermine so the effect of Duromine lasts all is used to reduce body weight in obese oroverweight is an appetite suppressant that works bydirectly affecting the area of the brain that controls yourappetite making you feel less should be used as a part of an overall weightmanagement plan, which includes a medically controlleddiet and exercise doctor will assess whether Duromine is suitable for should I know before I takeDuromine?

6 WarningsDo not use Duromine if: You are allergic to phentermine, or any of the ingredientslisted at the end of this leaflet. Always check theingredients to make sure you can use this of the symptoms of an allergic reaction mayinclude:oshortness of breathowheezing or difficulty breathingoswelling of the face, lips, tongue, or other parts of thebodyorash, itching or hives on the skin. You are taking any similar medicines to reduce weight. You have any of the following medical conditions:overy high blood pressureohigh blood pressure in the lungsoproblems with your heart valvesodisease related to blood vessels in the brainosevere heart disease including changes in therhythm or rate of the heartbeatonarrowing of the blood vessels due to thickening orhardening of the blood vessel wallooveractive thyroid glandopsychiatric illness including anorexia nervosa (loss ofappetite) and depressionoglaucoma (high pressure in the eye).

7 It is past the expiry date printed on the pack or if thepackaging is torn or shows signs of tampering. You are a child under the age of 12 years. Safety andeffectiveness in children younger than 12 years have notbeen established. You are elderly. You are currently taking, or have taken within the last14 days, antidepressant medicines called mono-amineoxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). You have previously misused drugs or with your doctor if you: Have any other medical conditions including:ohigh blood pressureoheart disease such as angina (chest pain)odiabetesoepilepsy Take any medicines for any other treatment, you may be at risk of developing certainside effects. It is important you understand these risks andhow to monitor for them. See additional information underSection 6.

8 Are there any side effects?Pregnancy and breastfeedingCheck with your doctor if you are pregnant or intend tobecome to your doctor if you are breastfeeding or intend if I am taking other medicines?Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any othermedicines, including any medicines, vitamins or supplementsthat you buy without a prescription from your pharmacy,supermarket or health food medicines may interfere with Duromine and affecthow it include: other medicines for weight reduction medicines for depression or obsessive-compulsivedisorder or other mental illness ergot-like medicines for migraine some cough and cold remedies thyroid hormones medicines for lowering high blood 2 Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sureabout what medicines, vitamins or supplements you aretaking and if these affect do I take Duromine ?

9 How much to take The usual dose is one capsule a day, however yourdoctor will prescribe the right dose for you. Swallow the capsules whole with plenty of water. Do notchew or open the capsules. Carefully follow the instructions provided and useDuromine until your doctor tells you to the dose may not necessarily make you losemore weight or make you lose weight faster. However,you will more likely experience side effects. Your doctorwill tell you how long you are to take Duromine to take Duromine Take Duromine first thing in the morning, at breakfasttime so that it does not keep you awake at night. Taking Duromine at the same time each day will have thebest effect. It will also help you remember when to take does not matter if you take this medicine before or afterfood.

10 Do not change the dose unless your doctor tells you todo you forget to use DuromineDuromine should be used regularly at the same time eachday. If you miss your dose at breakfast, take it no later you take Duromine any later than lunchtime you may havetrouble sleeping at it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose youmissed and take your next dose when you are meant not take a double dose to make up for the dose you use too much DuromineIf you think that you have taken too much Duromine , you mayneed urgent medical should immediately: phone the Poisons information Centre (by calling 13 11 26 in Australia or 0800 764 766 [0800 poison ] in New Zealand), or contact your doctor, or go to the Emergency Department at your should do this even if there are no signs ofdiscomfort or should I know while takingDuromine?