Lorqe-X (Lorcaserin) 10mg

General information

Lorqe-X (Lorcaserin) is used to help adults who are obese or who are overweight and have weight-related medical problems to lose weight and keep from gaining back that weight. Lorcaserin must be used along with a reduced calorie diet and an exercise plan. Lorcaserin is in a class of medications called serotonin receptor agonists. It works by increasing feelings of fullness so that less food is eaten. Lorcaserin is used together with diet and exercise to treat obesity.

Directions

Take Lorqe-X (Lorcaserin) by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually 2 times each day. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same times each day.

Lorcaserin may be habit forming. Do not increase your dose or take this drug more often than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of side effects will increase.

You should lose at least 5% of your starting weight during the first 12 weeks of taking lorcaserin 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. Lorcaserin 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.

Possible side effect

Lorqe-X (Lorcaserin) may cause side effects. Bellow is a list of common side effects:

• constipation;
• dry mouth;
• excessive tiredness;
• pain in the back or muscles;
• headache;
• dizziness;
• difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep;
• anxiety;
• difficult, painful, or frequent urination;
• cough;
• toothache;
• blurred vision or other vision changes;
• dry eyes.

Precautions

Lorqe-X (Lorcaserin) may make you dizzy or slow your thinking. Alcohol or marijuana can worsen these effects. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana.

Pregnancy

Lorcaserin must not be used during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. Discuss the use of reliable forms of birth control with your doctor. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away.

Breast-feeding

It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using Lorcaserin is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

Store Lorqe-X (Lorcaserin) 10mg at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store the drugs in the bathroom. Keep all drugs away from reach of children and pets.