Didrex
Generic Name:
Benzphetamine
Typical Brand Name(s): Didrex
What Is It Used For?
Didrex (Benzphetamine) is a medicine used to decrease appetite
in overweight patients. Combined with a reduced calorie diet, Didrex Diet Pills
can help you reduce weight. This drug is meant to be used only for
a short period of time (8 to 12 weeks).
How Is It Used?
This medication is best taken on an empty stomach one hour before
meals; or take as directed by your doctor. Take this medication
exactly as prescribed. 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 using
this without first consulting your doctor. Because this medication
may cause sleeplessness, do not take a dose late in the day unless
directed to do so by your doctor. When used for extended periods,
this medication may not work as well. Consult your doctor if this
medication stops working well.
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What are the benefits?
Benzphetamine (Didrex) is an anti-obesity drug which is
used as a short term adjunct in management of exogenous obesity.
It is closely related to amphetamine.
Are There Possible Side
Effects?
Blurred vision, dizziness, dry mouth, irritability, sleeplessness,
stomach upset or constipation may occur. If any of these effects
persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you
experience: chest pain, nervousness, pounding heart, difficulty
urinating, mood changes, breathing difficulties, swelling, skin
rash. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
Is It Safe?
Inform your doctor your medical history, especially
of: high blood pressure, over-active thyroid, glaucoma, diabetes,
emotional or mental conditions, substance abuse problems, heart
or circulation problems, allergies. If this medication makes you
dizzy or lightheaded, use caution engaging in activities requiring
alertness such as driving. This drug is not recommended for use
in children younger than 12 years of age. Benzphetamine (Didrex) should not
be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may
be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. This drug may be excreted
into breast milk. You may have to stop nursing or stop using this
drug. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
What About Interactions
With Other Drugs?
Inform your doctor about all the medicines
you're using including prescription and nonprescription, especially
of: blood pressure medicine, MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone,
linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine),
tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., doxepin, imipramine), drugs that
affect the pH of urine (e.g., sodium bicarbonate), other drugs used
to reduce weight. Alcohol may increase the dizziness effects of
this medicine therefore limit alcohol intake. Avoid stimulant drugs
that may increase your heart rate such as decongestants or caffeine.
Things to be done in case
of Overdose
In case of overdose, seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms
of benzphetamine overdose include restlessness, tremor, rapid breathing,
confusion, hallucinations, panic, aggressiveness, nausea, vomiting,
diarrhea, an irregular heartbeat, and seizures.
What If I Miss A Dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is
almost time for your next dose or if it is already evening, skip
the missed dose and take only your next regularly scheduled dose.
A dose taken too late in the day will cause insomnia. Do not take
a double dose of this medication.
How Should It Be Stored?
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Anything Else I Should
Know?
It should not be used along with other diet medications. Do not
share this medicine with anyone else. Generic benzphetamine tablets
are not available.
NOTE: 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.
