Meridia Warnings and Precautions

Prior to starting Meridia, warnings and precautions for the medication should be reviewed with your healthcare provider. You should inform your healthcare provider of any medical conditions you may have, such as high blood pressure, any heart problems, or liver or kidney disease. You should also be aware that Meridia could cause certain medical conditions, such as seizures. Meridia warnings and precautions also apply to people who have certain allergies and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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Meridia: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking Meridia^® (sibutramine hydrochloride monohydrate) if you have:

High blood pressure (hypertension)
Any heart problems
Had a stroke
Liver disease, such as liver failure, cirrhosis, or hepatitis
Kidney disease, including kidney failure (renal failure)
Glaucoma
Seizures or epilepsy
A bleeding disorder
Had problems with gallstones
Depression
An eating disorder, such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia
A history or drug or alcohol abuse
Any allergies, including allergies to food, dyes, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:

Pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
Breastfeeding.

You should also be sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medicines you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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