Lorcaserin affects chemicals in the brain that affect appetite.
Lorcaserin is used together with diet and exercise to treat obesity
Lorcaserin hcl is sometimes used to treat obesity that may be related to diabetes, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure.
Lorcaserin will not treat any underlying condition you have (such as
heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure). Keep taking any other
medications your doctor has prescribed to treat these conditions.
Lorcaserin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication
guide.Lorcaserin Hydrochloride is an FDA-approved prescription
weight-loss medication that, when used with diet and exercise, can help
some overweight? adults with a weight-related medical problem, or obese
adults, lose weight and keep it off. It is not known if Lorcaserin
Hydrochloride when taken with other prescription, over-the-counter, or
herbal weight-loss products is safe and effective. It is not known if
Lorcaserin Hydrochloride changes your risk of heart problems, stroke,
or death due to heart problems or stroke.
How should I take lorcaserin hcl drugs
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or
smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on
your prescription label.
The usual dose of lorcaserin is 1 tablet 2 times each day. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
You may take lorcaserin with or without food.
You should lose at least 5% of your starting weight during the first 12
weeks of taking lorcaserin and eating a low calorie diet. Tell your
doctor if you do not lose at least 5% of your starting weight after
taking the medication for 12 week.
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.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
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 lorcaserin with another person. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it
What should I avoid while taking lorcaserin:
This medication may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
Do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter weight-loss products without your doctor’s advice
Avoid taking cough and cold or allergy medications while taking lorcaserin.
Clinical Results:
Usual Adult Dose for Weight Loss
10 mg orally twice per day
Comments: Response to therapy should be evaluated by week 12. If a
patient has not lost at least 5% of baseline body weight, discontinue
this drug as it is unlikely the patient will achieve and sustain
clinically meaningful weight loss with continued treatment.
Use: Adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity
for chronic weight management in patients with an initial body mass
index (BMI) of 30 kg/m2 or greater (obese) OR 27 kg/m2 or greater
(overweight) in the presence of at least one weight-related comorbidity
such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, or dyslipidemia.
