Obesan X 35 mg Tablets – 30 Tablets

Product Overview

Obesan X is a prescription appetite suppressant containing 35 mg of Phendimetrazine Tartrate per tablet. It is used as a short-term aid in the medical management of exogenous obesity when diet and exercise alone have not produced adequate results.

Phendimetrazine is a sympathomimetic medicine that acts on the central nervous system and may help reduce appetite. Obesan X should form part of a healthcare professional-supervised weight-management programme that includes an appropriate reduced-calorie diet, exercise and healthy lifestyle changes.

Product Information

Product name: Obesan X
Active ingredient: Phendimetrazine Tartrate
Strength: 35 mg per tablet
Quantity: 30 tablets
Dosage form: Oral tablets
Primary use: Short-term appetite suppression as part of a medically supervised weight-management programme

Directions for Use

Use Obesan X exactly as prescribed by your doctor or healthcare professional. The dosage is determined according to your medical condition and response to treatment.

Do not increase the dose, take it more frequently or continue treatment for longer than prescribed. Tolerance may develop after several weeks, and the dose should not be increased to overcome reduced effectiveness.

Possible Side Effects

Possible side effects may include:

• Dry mouth

• Nausea or stomach discomfort

• Constipation or diarrhoea

• Restlessness or agitation

• Difficulty sleeping

• Tremors, sweating or flushing

• Headache or dizziness

• Blurred vision

• Palpitations or a rapid heartbeat

• Increased blood pressure

• Increased urinary frequency or painful urination

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. Stop using the medicine and seek urgent medical attention if you experience chest pain, fainting, severe shortness of breath, swelling of the legs, a severe or irregular heartbeat, or signs of an allergic reaction.

Important Precautions

Before using Obesan X, tell your healthcare professional about:

• All prescription and non-prescription medicines you use

• Vitamins, supplements and herbal products

• Allergies or previous reactions to stimulant medicines

• Heart, blood-pressure, thyroid, kidney or eye conditions

• Diabetes or the use of insulin or other diabetes medication

• Any history of substance or medicine misuse

• Pregnancy, planned pregnancy or breastfeeding

• Any upcoming medical procedure or surgery

This medicine may cause dizziness, blurred vision, overstimulation or reduced concentration. Do not drive, operate machinery or perform hazardous activities until you know how the medicine affects you.

Avoid alcohol while taking Obesan X, as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Do Not Use Obesan X If You:

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding

• Have glaucoma

• Have hyperthyroidism

• Have uncontrolled high blood pressure

• Have a history of cardiovascular disease, stroke, heart-rhythm problems, heart failure or pulmonary hypertension

• Are in a highly nervous or agitated state

• Have a history of drug abuse

• Are allergic to phendimetrazine or related sympathomimetic medicines

• Are taking another appetite suppressant or central nervous system stimulant

• Are currently using a monoamine oxidase inhibitor, or have used one within the previous 14 days

Using phendimetrazine with a monoamine oxidase inhibitor may cause a dangerous increase in blood pressure.

Medicine Interactions

Obesan X may interact with:

• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors

• Other appetite suppressants

• Central nervous system stimulants

• Alcohol

• Insulin and other diabetes medicines

• Certain medicines used to lower blood pressure

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine, supplement and herbal product you use before beginning treatment.

Important Notice

Obesan X is intended for short-term use under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. It is not a replacement for a balanced diet, regular physical activity or professional medical care.

Phendimetrazine has stimulant properties and may be habit-forming. Never share this medicine with another person, and keep it safely out of the reach of children.

The information provided here is for general product-information purposes and does not replace the approved patient-information leaflet or advice from a doctor or pharmacist.