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Reductil (Sibutramine) is one of two anti-obesity agents approved by the National Institute of Clinical Excellence. It inhibits the re-uptake of noradrenalin and serotonin in the brain. By enhancing the sensation of satiety after a meal and reducing the fall in basal metabolic rate which usually occurs during weight loss, Reductil (Sibutramine) is a useful aid to achieving weight loss and weight maintenance. Randomized controlled trials have shown that sibutramine 10 mg/day, in combination with diet and exercise, produces and maintains a dose-related weight loss of 5–10% in the majority of obese patients studied. This is accompanied by a range of important health benefits, including improvements in cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Reductil (Sibutramine) may interact with the medicines listed above and cause a condition called Serotonin Syndrome. This syndrome requires immediate medical attention and may include one or more of the following symptoms: anxiety, restlessness, loss of consciousness, confusion, weakness, tremor, poor coordination, fever, shivering, sweating, vomiting, a fast heartbeat, and others. Do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines without first talking to your doctor, especially weight-loss products, tryptophan (L-tryptophan, 5-HTP), decongestants, antidepressants, cough suppressants, lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid, Lithonate, others), or migraine medicines.

SIDE EFFECTS:
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Reductil (Sibutramine) and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
    - an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives)
    -  easy bleeding, bruising under the skin , bloody gums, or blood in your urine or stool
    - new or worsening shortness of breath
    -  an irregular heartbeat
    -  high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision)
    -  seizures
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Reductil (Sibutramine) and talk to your doctor if you experience:
    -  restlessness or tremor
    -  nervousness or anxiety
    -  mild headache or dizziness
    - insomnia
    - dry mouth or an unpleasant taste in your mouth
    - constipation

Reductil (Sibutramine) may interact with other medicines and cause a condition called Serotonin Syndrome. This syndrome requires immediate medical attention and may include one or more of the following symptoms: anxiety, restlessness, loss of consciousness, confusion, weakness, tremor, poor coordination, fever, shivering, sweating, vomiting, a fast heartbeat, and others. Do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines without first talking to your doctor, especially weight-loss products, tryptophan (L-tryptophan, 5-HTP), decongestants, antidepressants, cough suppressants, lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid, Lithonate, others), or migraine medicines.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.