Meridia Dosage

Meridia Dosage – An Introduction

The dosage of Meridia® (sibutramine hydrochloride monohydrate) your doctor prescribes would vary based on numerous factors, such as:

* Your response to Meridia
* If you experience any dangerous or harmful side effects
* Some other medical conditions you might have
* Other medications you are on.

As with the case of all medicines, do not modify the dose of your medication unless your doctor has specifically instructed you to do so.

Meridia for Weight Loss – Dosage

The suggested initial dose of Meridia for those seeking to lose weight or to maintain weight is Meridia 10 mg once a day. Your doctor could increase the dose to Meridia 15 mg once a day in case you have not lost enough weight after using the medicine and being on a diet for a month.

In case you begin to experience worrisome side effects of Meridia, your doctor could reduce the dosage to Meridia 5 mg once a day.

Meridia Dosage – General Information

Here are some general considerations for people using Meridia:

* This drug is available in the form of a capsule. It is to be had orally, once a day.
* Meridia could be taken on an empty stomach or along with food. In case the drug troubles your stomach, you can try having it along with food.
* Meridia must be had only when combined with a low calorie diet and not meant to be taken without dieting.
* For the drug to be effective, it should be taken as per prescription.
* In case you are not sure about anything relating to the dosage of Meridia, consult your pharmacist, doctor or nurse.