Slimona (Generic Acomplia-Rimonabant 20mg) is a anti-obesity drug. Slimona (Rimonabant 20mg ) is a selective receptors called Cannabinod-1 or CB-1 part of Endocanabinoid system. These receptors (CB-1) are found more densely in brain, apart from brain these receptors are also found in fat tissue, liver, digestive system and muscles. It has been found that in obese people CB-1 receptor is hyper activated because of this they are craving for more and frequent food and as a result there is fat build-up around the visceral area in case of Man fat deposition is more around belly (Apple shaped) and in Woman more around buttocks and thigh (Pear shaped). Since Slimona (Rimonabant) blocks selective CB-1 receptors and helps to decrease appetite and reduces cravings for food. Slimona (Generic Acomplia Rimonabant 20mg) also reduces the LDL levels in blood which are known as Bad Cholesterol and increases levels of HDL know as Good cholesterol which are good for our body. Slimona (Rimonabant 20mg) also improves the Insulin resistance which is most common in Diabetes and Obese people.
Dosage of Slimona (Rimonabant 20mg)?
Slimona ( Rimonabant 20mg) is to be taken once daily in the morning before breakfast only after the advice of your doctor. Do not take dosage more than your doctor has prescribed.
It is important to diet and an exercise during and after treatment for effective weight loss.
Slimona Side Effects?
The following are some of the common side effects of Slimona (Rimonabant 20mg)
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Anxiety
- Dizziness
- Depression
- Fatigue
These side effects are usually mild. In case, you experience these or any other side effects for a prolonged span of time, consult your doctor immediately.
Safety Information
Slimona (Rimonabant 20mg) is a prescription drug used to treat overweight people with initial BMI of >= 30 Kg/m2 or overweight people with BMI of 27 or higher with medical risk factors like high BP, diabetes and high cholesterol.
- In Pregnant and Breast- feeding woman Slimona (Rimonabant 20mg) should be avoided.
- Slimona (Rimonabant 20mg) is not recommended in Children below age of 18 years because its safety and efficacy profile has not been studied in this age group.
- Slimona (Rimonabant 20mg) should not be used in patients with chronic liver function, chronic kidney function, uncontrolled serious psychiatric illness and in uncontrolled depression.
- The safety and efficacy of this medicine has not been studied when used more than two years in such conditions.
- If you feel or you experience any allergic reaction with Rimonabant 20mg , stop using this medicine and inform your doctor immediately.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please consult your doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions on Slimona (Rimonabant)?
What is Body Mass Index (BMI)?
- BMI is one of the most widely accepted means of calculating Weight and overweight in a person.
- Body Mass Index (BMI) is calculated as weight (in kg) divided by height (in meters) squared.
- Person with BMI between 18.5 and 25 (kg/m2), are considered as having normal weight and
- People with a BMI of 25 to 30 (kg/m2) are considered overweight, while
- People having a BMI over 30 (kg/m2) are considered excessive weight.
What is the cause for Excessive or Over Weight?
Excessive or Over Weight is caused by an imbalance in Food intake and energy expenditure. Excessive or Over Weight develops by overeating and lack of daily physical activity. It could be hereditary; hence some people are at increased risk. If people take right food and does proper physical activity, then only a few of them would be overweight weight. Since change in today’s drastic lifestyle in addition to food it is not possible to do proper and daily workout daily hence more and more people are getting over weight and Obese.
What is the Apple-shaped body and Pear-shaped body?
The distribution of fat around the waist or around the belly region is known as ´Apple-shaped´ body and if the distribution of fat is around the buttocks and thighs than it is termed as ´Pear-shaped´ body. Apple-shaped body has a higher risk of morbidity and mortality due to heart diseases than the pear-shaped body.
When should one reduce weight?
When one with BMI of more than 25, it is advisable to change lifestyle and reduce body weight. If your BMI is more than 30, it is required to reduce your weight.
What are the serious Excessive Weight-related diseases?
- Person with Excessive or Over Weight more frequently have high blood pressure and diseases related to clotting of the arteries in the heart and the brain.
- Other related problems include non-insulin dependent diabetes, difficulties in mobility and increased risk of mortality.
- In addition, being overweight may cause several psychosomatic problems like feeling of inferiority when discriminated.
- Addition to that many physical problems such as Excessive Weight, personal hygiene, back pain, knee joint pain, skin problems and breathing difficulties.
How to maintain weight after weight reduction?
Weight loss is obtained most effectively by proper and regular diet control in addition regular physical activities .
Drug treatment may be necessary in some patients to prevent them from regaining the weight.