May 1999, subscribers. January 1999, subscribers. Meridia goes to market. February 1998, subscribers. Dosing is once a day.
Many pharmacies discount the price well below the retail prices listed above, so shop around.
I have high blood pressure. Like all patients taking this drug, you will need to carefully monitor your blood pressure, especially during the beginning of treatment. A recent study found that controlled hypertensives who took sibutramine have no more likelihood of increased blood pressure than those who took placebo, although in general, patients do experience a non-significant rise in diastolic and systolic pressure. Some patients may eventually switch to other medications. Obesity is a chronic condition, and the elements an individual uses in a weight loss program usually need to be continued in weight maintenance.