Pencilim Tablets (Phendimetrazine Tartrate)

Adult dose

Administer 35 mg orally, 2 to 3 times a day, 1 hour before meals. Use the minimal effective dose, adjusting for each individual as necessary. For some patients, 17.5 mg once daily may be appropriate. Do not exceed 70 mg per dose and 3 times a day. The treatment duration is short-term (within 4 weeks). If there is a weight loss of at least 1.8 kg within the first 4 weeks, treatment may be continued.

This medication should only be used alone for a short period, as serious heart problems may occur when used with other appetite suppressants. Prolonged use of this medication may significantly increase the risk of a serious lung condition called pulmonary hypertension; therefore, if symptoms such as shortness of breath or chest pain occur, use should be discontinued immediately, and evaluation should be sought. It's important to check heart conditions before administration due to potential associations with valvular heart disease; it is advisable not to use it in patients with heart problems or murmurs. Individuals with certain heart diseases, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, glaucoma, mental instability, or a history of substance abuse should not use this medication. Children under 16 years of age and women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should also not take this medication. Patients with mild hypertension, diabetes, or nursing mothers should exercise particular caution while using this medication, and individuals with diabetes may need to adjust their insulin doses. This medication may cause increased heart rate or blood pressure, and a variety of side effects such as anxiety, insomnia, dizziness, dry mouth, and digestive disorders can occur. Tolerance may develop, leading to reduced effectiveness; therefore, do not increase the dose and discontinue use. Caution is needed when engaging in hazardous activities such as driving or operating machinery. In case of overdose, severe central nervous system and cardiovascular symptoms may occur, requiring immediate appropriate treatment at a hospital. Keep out of the reach of children; this medication is classified as a narcotic and should not be abused without a doctor's prescription.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, peripheral edema, increased risk of pulmonary hypertension leading to exercise-induced dyspnea, angina symptoms, syncope, valvular heart disease, potential occurrence of severe heart disease, coma and seizures with overdose, increased respiration, oppositional symptoms, confusion, aggression, panic state, arrhythmia, hypertension, hypotension, circulatory collapse

Mild side effects

• Palpitations
• tachycardia
• increased blood pressure
• overstimulation
• anxiety
• dizziness
• insomnia
• tremors
• euphoria
• headache

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from exposure to air and moisture. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle