INDICATIONS
Rimonabant is used to treat obese or overweight patients who suffer from Type 2 diabetes and abnormal levels of fat in the blood. It can also prevent the risk of cardiovascular disease. Rimonabant works by reducing your food cravings significantly, so you can do with a lot less food, feeling full and not getting extreme hunger – provided that you take Rimonabant exactly as prescribed.
INSTRUCTIONS
Use Rimonabant as directed by your doctor.
- Take Rimonabant by mouth before breakfast.
- You should not crush or break the tablet, but swallow it whole.
- Take Rimonabant at the same time every day to make sure it stays at the same level in your bloodstream.
- Although Rimonabant will help you control fat in your body, it works best when you burn some of the calories through exercise.
- Do not take Rimonabant more often than once daily, or as directed by your doctor.
- If you miss a dose of Rimonabant, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
DOSAGE
The recommended Rimonabant dosage is 20mg which should be swallowed with a full glass of water.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Rimonabant.
STORAGE
Store Rimonabant at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Rimonabant out of the reach of children.
MORE INFO:
This drug is supposed to be taken for up to several years for you to feel the benefits and be able to maintain the progress achieved. Therefore, you will need to discuss in detail all the aspects of your treatment with a qualified health care provider to make sure this is safe for you and you are going to benefit from it a lot.
Rimonabant will only be efficient if you combine it with a healthier diet and regular exercise – otherwise you may not get the result you need.
