Q. What is Reductil used for ?
A. Reductil aids weight loss by helping you control how much you eat.
Combining this with a healthy diet should facilitate weight loss.

Q.Are there any side effects of Reductil?
A. There are links between weight loss drugs and cardiac valve dysfunction.Other side effects were: insomnia, constipation, dry mouth, headaches, increased blood pressure and an increase in heart rate. These symptoms are usually not severe and do not necessarily prevent the use of Reductil. Should you notice any unfamiliar symptoms consult your doctor. These symptoms can be any of the above or the following. Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, chest pain, angina, muscle rigidity, fevers, painful eyes, stomach pains, nausea, vomiting, restlessness, light-headedness, feeling disorientated, feeling depressed, feeling mentally confused. 

Q.Will this increase my heart and blood pressure? A. Reductil can increase blood pressure in some patients. It is for this reason that Reductil cannot be prescribed to anyone with a history of blood pressure or heart complications without a thorough review by a doctor.

Q.Can Reductil be taken alongside other medication?
A. Reductil cannot be taken in conjunction with:

- Antibiotics (rifampicin, erythromycin and clorithromycin)
- Epilepsy medicine (carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenonbarbitone and phenytoin)
- Antifungal medicines (ketaconazole or itraconazole)
- Migraine medicine (sumatriptan, dihydroergotamine)
- Cough cold allergy and decongestant medicine (there are various medicines amongst these that can raise blood pressure)
- Opoid pain killers (fentanyl, pentazocine, pethidine, dextromethorphan)
- Steroids
- Drugs that target the immune system (cyclosporin, dexamethsone)
- Antidepressants
- Always check with your doctor about any medication that you propose taking in conjunction with Reductil

Q. Can I drink alcohol while I am on Reductil?
A. It is not recommended to drink whilst you are taking Reductil. Alcohol is not conducive to weight loss.