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Belviq® affects chemical signals in the brain that control appetite. Lorcaserin works by helping you feel full with smaller meals.
Belviq® is used together with diet and exercise to treat obesity.
Belviq® is sometimes used to treat obesity that may be related to diabetes, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure.
Belviq® will not treat any underlying health condition (such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure). Keep taking any other medications your doctor has prescribed to treat these conditions.
Take Belviq® exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
The regular tablet is usually taken 2 times per day. The extended-release tablet is taken only once per day. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole.
You may take Belviq® with or without food.
You should lose at least 5% of your starting weight during the first 12 weeks of taking Belviq® and eating a low-calorie diet. Call your doctor if you do not lose at least 5% of your starting weight after taking the medicine for 12 weeks.
Belviq® is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, weight control, and possibly testing your blood sugar. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.
Keep track of the amount of medicine used from each new bottle. Lorcaserin is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.
Do not share Belviq® with another person. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it.
Belviq® is best stored at room temperature away from direct light and moisture. To prevent drug damage, you should not store Belviq® in the bathroom or the freezer. There may be different brands of Belviq® that may have different storage needs. It is important to always check the product package for instructions on storage, or ask your pharmacist. For safety, you should keep all medicines away from children and pets.
You should not flush Belviq® down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. It is important to properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist for more details about how to safely discard your product.
Before using this drug, tell your doctor if:
To make sure lorcaserin is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
There are no adequate studies in women for determining risk when using Belviq® during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Please always consult with your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before taking Belviq®. Belviq® is pregnancy risk category X, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
FDA pregnancy risk category reference below:
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Belviq®: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using Belviq® and call your doctor at once if you have:
Common side effects may include:
Not everyone experiences these side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have any concerns about a side-effect, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Belviq® may interact with other drugs that you are currently taking, which can change how your drug works or increase your risk for serious side effects. To avoid any potential drug interactions, you should keep a list of all the drugs you are using (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. For your safety, do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any drugs without your doctor’s approval.
Products that may interact with this drug are:
Belviq® may interact with food or alcohol by altering the way the drug works or increase the risk for serious side effects. Please discuss with your doctor or pharmacist any potential food or alcohol interactions before using this drug.
Belviq® may interact with your health condition. This interaction may worsen your health condition or alter the way the drug works. It is important to always let your doctor and pharmacist know all the health conditions you currently have.
The information provided is not a substitute for any medical advice. You should ALWAYS consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using Belviq® (lorcaserin).
The recommended dose of Belviq® is 10 mg administered orally twice daily. Do not exceed recommended dose
The dosage has not been established in pediatric patients. It may be unsafe for your child. It is always important to fully understand the safety of the drug before using. Please consult with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Belviq® is available in the following dosage forms and strengths:
In case of an emergency or an overdose, call your local emergency services or go to your nearest emergency room.
If you miss a dose of Belviq®, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose as scheduled. Do not take a double dose.
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