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Ponderax 20mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Ponderax 20mg Tablet is an anti-obesity medicine. It is used for the treatment of obesity. It decreases the food intake by suppressing the appetite.

Ponderax 20mg Tablet is used in the treatment of obesity.

Uses of Ponderax Tablet

Benefits of Ponderax Tablet

In Obesity

Ponderax 20mg Tablet decreases cravings for food every now and then. This helps reduce food intake and enables you to cut down on those extra calories that are responsible for gaining weight due to overeating. Therefore, this medicine helps to treat obesity and prevents the complications of being overweight like diabetes, high blood pressure and other serious problems. It also improves your confidence by helping you lose weight and enhances your quality of life.

Side effects of Ponderax Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ponderax

  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Dizziness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Increased heart rate
  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • High blood pressure
  • Constipation

How to use Ponderax Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ponderax 20mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Ponderax Tablet works

Ponderax 20mg Tablet is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It works by lowering the appetite, which in turn decreases the food intake. It gives a feeling of fullness and satiation.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ponderax 20mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ponderax 20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ponderax 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ponderax 20mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ponderax 20mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ponderax 20mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Ponderax 20mg Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of obesity. 
  • Inform your doctor if you have any heart disease or high blood pressure.
  • You will be regularly monitored for blood pressure while taking Ponderax 20mg Tablet if you have high blood pressure.
  • Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Amphetamines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OTHERS
Action Class
Centrally acting anti-obesity drug

Patient concerns

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Shikha Mishra
Dietetics/Nutrition
eat 6-7 meals per day, which consist fruits, nuts, buttermilk,sprouts,idly,curd eggs,sprouts homecooked food. Drink 3-4 litters of water limit your sugar consumption to 2 spoon per day. Be active whole day for personalized diet chart write to me on [email protected] do minimum 45 min exercise everyday like yoga, cardio
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Shikha Mishra
Dietetics/Nutrition
eat 6-7 meals per day, which consist fruits, nuts, buttermilk,sprouts,idly,curd eggs,sprouts homecooked food. Drink 3-4 litters of water limit your sugar consumption to 2 spoon per day. Be active whole day do minimum 45 min exercise everyday like yoga, cardio
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FAQs

Is Ponderax 20mg Tablet still available?

Ponderax 20mg Tablet is no longer available due to its association with unusual heart valve findings.
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