Phendimetrazine
Melfiat is a brand-name prescription medication used as an appetite suppressant for short-term weight management in patients with obesity. It belongs to a class of medications called sympathomimetic amines that help reduce hunger sensations. This medication is typically prescribed alongside a reduced-calorie diet and exercise program.
Melfiat is a prescription appetite suppressant used short-term to help manage weight in patients with obesity.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 224912
- Generic
- Melfiat
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Melfiat is indicated for short-term weight management as part of a comprehensive weight loss program that includes diet and exercise in patients with obesity or overweight conditions with related health risks.
As a sympathomimetic amine, Melfiat works by suppressing appetite through effects on the central nervous system, though the exact mechanism of action is not fully specified.
Melfiat is intended for short-term use only (typically a few weeks) due to the potential for dependence. It should not be used in patients with certain conditions including cardiovascular disease, uncontrolled hypertension, or a history of substance abuse. Common side effects may include increased heart rate, dry mouth, and insomnia. This medication may interact with other medications and should only be used under close medical supervision.
Official drug label
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