The following information is a summary about Phenterprin. It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
PHENTERPRIN DRUG INFO
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following 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 use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
PHENTERPRIN (FEN-ter-pren)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Colchicine
USES: Phenterprin HCL is an appetite suppressant used along with diet, exercise, and behavior therapy for the short-term management of obesity.
HOW TO USE: Swallow whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. Take one capsule (usual recommended dose) in the morning with breakfast. Be sure you take your dose at least 10 to 12 hours before bedtime.
SIDE EFFECTS: Side effects that may occur while taking Phenterprin HCL 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.
PRECAUTIONS: WARNING: Do not take if pregnant or nursing. Not for use by persons under age 18. If you have any medical condition or are taking any medication consult a medical professional prior to use. The recommended serving of this product contains about as much caffeine as 2 cups of coffee (in excess of 200mg of caffeine per serving). Limit the use of caffeine containing medications, foods or beverages while taking this product because too much caffeine may cause nervousness, sleeplessness and occasionally rapid heart beat. This product also contains Yohimbe. Do not use if you are at risk or are being treated for high blood pressure, kidney, thyroid, or psychiatric disease, anxiety, depression, seizure disorder or stroke. Consult your physician before use if you are taking MAO inhibitors or any other prescription drug.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Certain supplements or medications may interact with Phenterprin. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter product that you are taking. Do not use if you are also taking guanadrel, guanethidine, furazolidone, fenfluramine, dexfenfluramine, or monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Use of this product is not recommended if you have a history of heart conditions, brain or spinal cord disorders, atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, glaucoma, or hyperthyroidism. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using this product.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. In the management of overdose with any medicinal product, it should be borne in mind that multiple agents may have been taken. Following overdose with oral benzodiazepines, vomiting should be induced(within 1 hour) if the patient is conscious or gastric lavage undertaken with the airway protected if the patient is unconscious. If there is no advantage in emptying the stomach, activated charcoal should be given to reduce absorption. Special attention should be paid to respiratory and cardiac function in intensive care. Flumazenil may be useful as an antagonist..
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.
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 this medication at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
