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Sibutramine is an appetite suppressant which is a kind of stimulant (psychiatric drug).

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

23 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

Appetite suppressant

Brands

Meridia • Ciplatrim • Ectiva • Leantil • Leatil • Reductil

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Heartburn
Increased appetite
Feeling anxious
Nausea
Nervousness
Headache
Dizziness
Back pain
Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Loss of appetite
Rash
Runny nose
Reduced appetite
Excessive menstrual cramps

Serious

Suicidal thoughts
Heart palpitations

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