Meridia complications

Anyone ever been prescribed Meridia?  Ugggh!  I just had the worst 10 days!  I'm not taking it anymore.  My blood pressure increased and as the days went along I got shaky, restless legs that would just jolt all of a sudden, I've had a headache the entire 10 days and last night was the straw that broke the camel's back!  My heart was racing as I tried to sleep and I almost had my DH call 911.  I was pretty worried but didn't want to look silly?  I know that sounds stupid but it is what it is.  I finally fell asleep and woke up feeling much better.  Calling Dr.  on Monday.  Feel ok now.  Anyone ever experienced this with Meridia?

I've never taken it. But evidently it's been banned in some countries. Personally, I wouldn't take the stuff.  Talk to your doctor or endocrinologist about Byetta and Simlin.  Those might be an option for you. Very expensive if your insurance won't cover them however.

This site appears to have a lawsuit on Meridia: http://www.meridialaw4.net/

What side effects do users of Meridia report?

The more common side effects may include: Abdominal pain, acid indigestion, anxiety, back pain, constipation, cough increase, depression, dizziness, dry mouth, flu symptoms, headache, increased appetite, insomnia, joint pain, loss of appetite, loss of strength, nasal inflammation, nausea, nervousness, painful menstruation, rash, sinus inflammation, stomach ache and sore throat.

Less common side effects may include: Acne, abnormal thinking, agitation, allergic reaction, arthritis, bronchitis, changes in taste, chest pain, dental problems, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, drowsiness, ear problems, emotional changes, fever, gas, increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, itching, laryngitis, leg cramps, menstrual problems, migraine headache, muscle ache, rectal problems, reduced vision, stimulation, sweating, swelling, thirst, throbbing heartbeat, tingling skin sensation, urinary tract infection, vaginal yeast infection and vomiting.

For those who experience side effects at the 10-mg level, a 5-mg dose may prove sufficient. This may be increased after 4 weeks. Maximum of 15 mg/day continuing up to 2 years max.

Thanks Chris,
Nope I'm never taking this again! 

Holy Cow, that's some experience you had.  A lady I know took it and ended up having high blood pressure afterwards when she never had it before.  Now that's scary side effects!

Mary

Wow, that's pretty scary.  It's known as Reductil here in UK/Ireland.  The 10mg done nothing only keep me awake at night and I reacted badly to 15mg.  Couldn't breathe properly, that was scary.  High BP is a common side effect sadly,   so it's recommended to be checked every 2 wks.  I was on Xenical (double dosage than Alli) I couldn't stay away from fatty foods to avoid the yucky side effects.