Acomplia

Makers of Acomplia were expecting to start selling the product in 2006 but formal investigation & approval is still pending with the US FDA. Therefore, you cannot buy Acomplia (Rimonabant) in US drug store(s). But on the 21st of June 2006 the European Union has granted permission to sell Acomplia (Rimonabant) within European Union member countries.

Acomplia is a tried and tested medicine for weight loss treatment for obese patients.

Acomplia acts by blocking off the cannabinoid receptors in the brain and works directly on fat cells to reduce several major risk factors for heart disease.

The level of blood sugar is also maintained with the help of Acomplia.

Acomplia (rimonabant) belongs to a new class of medicines knows as therapeutic agents called CB (1) blockers (cannabinoid type 1 receptor blocker). Rimonabant is used in treating overweight or obese patients.

Acomplia acts on the Endocannabinoid system to reduce the urge to eat food.

Acomplia works by mainly targeting and blocking the CB1 receptors found in the brain and in the peripheral organs.

These CBI receptors are important in relation with glucose and lipid (or fat) metabolism, including adipose tissue, the liver, gastrointestinal tract and muscle.

Hence, Acomplia helps maintain the normal level of the overactive Endocannabinoid System (EC system) to reduce hunger pangs.

Consult your health care professional about any dietary changes you need to follow if any and take exactly as directed.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

Vomiting
Nausea

Acomplia causes muscle cramps
Acomplia causes stomach upsets
Acomplia causes headaches
Acomplia causes insomnia

Sometimes, Acomplia (Rimonabant) may also cause one to experience muscle cramps, severe diarrhoea, headaches, upper respiratory tract infections, memory loss, dizziness and irritability.

Furthermore, Acomplia (Rimonabant) may also cause one to experience mood swings, hot flushes, skin disorders, Tendonitis, Asthenia, muscle spasms and panic symptoms.

Lastly, Acomplia (Rimonabant) may also cause one to experience lethargy, hiccups, night sweats, anger, Gastroenteritis, emotional disorders and insomnia.

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Most importantly Acomplia (Rimonabant) is used complementary to diet and exercise and to treat obese or overweight patients who suffer from type II diabetes or Dyslipidemia and abnormal levels of fat in the blood.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.

Consult a paediatrician for the use of this medicine in children.

Acomplia is mainly consumed by patients with a large waist circumference (one hundred and two centimeters in men and eighty eight centimeters in women) as these type of patients are benefited the most.

If you miss a dose, consult your health care professional. Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose.

Furthermore, Acomplia (Rimonabant) may also be used to help maintain normal levels of the overactive Endocannabinoid System (EC system) to reduce hunger pangs as these CBI receptors are important in relation with glucose and lipid (or fat) metabolism, including adipose tissue, the liver, gastrointestinal tract and muscle. Lastly, Acomplia (Rimonabant) prevents the risk of cardiovascular diseases and may even be used to block off the cannabinoid receptors in the brain, maintain the level of blood sugar and work directly on fat cells to reduce several major risk factors in the case of heart diseases. Ask your pharmacist for more information.

Store in a cool and dry place.

Individuals under the age of 18 years, diabetics, and heart patients must refrain from consuming Acomplia.

Furthermore, it is very important for the patient to know that before consuming Acomplia (Rimonabant) they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from psychiatric or major depressive illnesses, such as, suicidal thoughts.

If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.