Generic name: Diethylproprion
What is Tenuate?
Tenuate is an appetite suppressant used along with diet, exercise, and
behavior therapy for the short-term management of obesity.
How to take Tenuate
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.
Tenuate 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.
Tenuate 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.
Tenuate 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.
The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for,
the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare
professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product
is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional
before taking the product.
