What is Reductil?
Generic Reductil (Meridia) is an appetite suppressant. The main ingredient of Reductil is called sibutramine hydrochloride, a substance that inhibits the reabsorption of the neurotransmitters noradrenaline, serotonin and dopamine in the brain. Sibutramine hydrochloride has been shown to enhance the experience of satisfaction after eating and increase energy overall expenditure by enhancing the resting metabolic rate. This has led to the reduction of calories consumed and corresponding weight loss.

How does Reductil work?
Reductil works by enhancing the feeling of fulfilment from eating, and so makes you feel satisfied after eating less food. This diet pill also combats the problem of dropping basal metabolic rate that can often accompany reduction in calorie intake.
Scientific studies have shown that Reductil can help people to lose weight and to maintain their weight loss.

How should Reductil be taken?
The recommended dose of Reductil is one 10mg capsule a day with water, in the morning. Reductil can be taken on an empty stomach or after a meal. Certain patients who do not respond adequately to one 10mg capsule a day, may be prescribed a 15mg capsule instead, provided that the 10mg capsule was well tolerated. You must follow your doctor's instructions on how and when to take Reductil. Treatment with Reductil may last between six months and two years. This will depend on individual conditions. Weight loss may be slower for people with diabetes

What results can I expect when taking Reductil?
Every individual responds differently to Reductil when it's used as part of a comprehensive weight loss program. You may be able to lose 4 or more pounds of body weight in the first month. Clinical trials have shown that Reductil is successful in producing weight loss in patients who are obese. 85% of patients who took Reductil lost at least 5% of their initial body weight, with 57% losing at least 10% of their initial bodyweight. However, it has been noted that most people on Reductil lose weight within the first 6 months of treatment. Scientific studies have further concluded that people who lost weight and remained on Reductil therapy maintained their weight loss.

Will I regain lost weight?
It is possible that you will regain lost weight once the treatment is discontinued. You will keep the weight off if you retain the positive lifestyle and dietary changes that helped you to lose weight.

Will I suffer from any side effects by taking Reductil?
Reductil can cause some side effects, the most common side effects being a loss of appetite, constipation, dry mouth and problems sleeping.
You should stop taking Reductil and talk to your doctor straight away if you suffer other side effects like if you get breathing problems, chest pains or swollen ankles.

Who should not take Reductil?
Reductil should not be taken by people who: have uncontrolled or poorly controlled high blood pressure, because Reductil substantially increases blood pressure in some patients; are taking prescription medications for depression are taking other weight loss medications that act on the brain like phentermine, including other prescription and over-the-counter medications and herbal products; have had prior allergic reactions to Reductil ingredients; have had a prior heart attack; have severe liver or kidney disease; are pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant; are under 16 years of age.