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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:30 PM IST

Slenfig 15 mg Capsule is an anti-obesity drug used to treat obesity and overweight. It contains Sibutramine, which causes weight loss by suppressing the appetite and promoting energy expenditure. It is recommended for obese patients with an initial body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m2 or ≥ 27 kg/m2. Common side effects of Slenfig 15 mg Capsule include dry mouth, headache, loss of appetite, trouble sleeping, and constipation.

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Synonym

SIBUTRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE MONOHYDRATE

Manufacturer/Marketer

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Slenfig 15 mg Capsule

Slenfig 15 mg Capsule belongs to the class of medication called anti-obesity drugs used to treat obesity and help lose weight. Slenfig 15 mg Capsule is recommended for obese patients with an initial body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m2 or ≥ 27 kg/m2 in the presence of other risk factors (e.g., dyslipidemia or Abnormally elevated cholesterol or fats, diabetes, controlled hypertension). Slenfig 15 mg Capsule should be used along with a low-calorie diet and regular physical exercise. Obesity is a medical condition caused by excess body fat, making a person overweight and predisposing them to many conditions and disorders. Intake of more calories than you burn by exercise or daily activities results in obesity.

Slenfig 15 mg Capsule contains Sibutramine which causes weight loss by suppressing the appetite and promoting energy expenditure.

Take Slenfig 15 mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Slenfig 15 mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your condition. Some people may experience dry mouth, headache, loss of appetite, trouble sleeping, and constipation. Most of these side effects of Slenfig 15 mg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Slenfig 15 mg Capsule is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Sibutramine or any of the inactive ingredients in it. Slenfig 15 mg Capsule is contraindicated in patients receiving monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or other centrally acting weight loss drugs. It is recommended not to use in patients with a major eating disorder (anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa). The use of Slenfig 15 mg Capsule during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not recommended. The efficacy of Sibutramine in adolescents who are obese has not been adequately studied. The concomitant use of Slenfig 15 mg Capsule and excess alcohol is not recommended.

Uses of Slenfig 15 mg Capsule

Treatment of Obesity and overweight

Medicinal Benefits

Slenfig 15 mg Capsule contains Sibutramine, an anti-obesity drug indicated for managing obesity, including weight loss and maintenance of weight loss, and should be used in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet. Slenfig 15 mg Capsule is recommended for obese patients with an initial body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m2 or ≥ 27 kg/m2 in the presence of other risk factors (e.g., dyslipidemia or Abnormally elevated cholesterol or fats, diabetes, controlled hypertension). Sibutramine causes weight loss by suppressing the appetite and by promoting energy expenditure. Slenfig 15 mg Capsule should be used along with a low-calorie diet and regular physical exercise. Thus, Slenfig 15 mg Capsule promotes weight loss and lowers the possibility of developing major health issues.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Slenfig 15 mg Capsule

  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Constipation

Drug Warnings

If you have an allergy to any ingredient in Slenfig 15 mg Capsule , it is advised that you avoid using it. While taking Slenfig 15 mg Capsule , women who are sexually active should use effective contraception. Patients should be instructed to inform their doctor immediately if they get pregnant or plan to get pregnant while taking Slenfig 15 mg Capsule . Sibutramine or its metabolites may be excreted in human milk; however, this is unknown. Therefore, using Slenfig 15 mg Capsule while breastfeeding is not advised. Since there is little knowledge on utilizing Slenfig 15 mg Capsule in teens, it is advised against doing so. Inform your doctor about your medical history and the other drugs you are currently taking before taking Slenfig 15 mg Capsule to rule out any possible side effects or interactions.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Slenfig 15 mg Capsule may interact with monoamine oxidase inhibitors or antidepressants (e.g. isocarboxazid, phenelzine, citalopram, clomipramine, doxepin), medicines used to prevent nausea and vomiting in certain conditions (e.g. ondansetron), medicines used to treat the symptoms of migraine headaches (e.g. sumatriptan) and other centrally acting weight loss drugs (e.g. merastin).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid high-fat meals and alcoholic beverages.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Slenfig 15 mg Capsule may interact with disease conditions, including anorexia nervosa (An eating disorder), cardiovascular disorders, glaucoma (eye conditions that can cause blindness) and renal/liver disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • PHENELZINE
  • CITALOPRAM
  • CLOMIPRAMINE
  • DOXEPIN
  • ONDANSETRON
  • SUMATRIPTAN
  • MERASTIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a low-fat diet. Prefer skim milk and fat-free or low-fat dairy products.
  • Avoid red meat and include lean meat such as salmon and chicken.
  • Eat a healthy diet that includes fruits, vegetables, lean protein and whole grains.
  • Avoid fried foods, fast food, instant food, pasta, burger, noodles and cookies.
  • Limit your sugar intake, as excess sugar is stored as fat in the body.
  • Do not skip meals to reduce weight but instead, take balanced meals.
  • Do regular exercise such as swimming, cycling, walking or dancing for a minimum of 20 to 30 minutes daily.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Obesity: Obesity is a common condition associated with excessive body fat, which in turn increases the risk of other health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, certain cancers and heart disease. Intake of more calories than you burn by exercise or daily activities results in obesity. Some common causes of obesity include insufficient sleep, growing older, pregnancy, genetics, hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland) or polycystic ovary syndrome (imbalance of female reproductive hormones). Proper diet and exercise are advised, along with medication to treat obesity.

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Alcohol

Caution

Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with Slenfig 15 mg Capsule as it may cause serious side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

No adequate and well-controlled studies with Slenfig 15 mg Capsule have been conducted on pregnant women. So, the use of Slenfig 15 mg Capsule during pregnancy is not recommended.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether sibutramine is excreted in human milk. Therefore, Slenfig 15 mg Capsule is not recommended for use in nursing mothers.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

It is not known whether Slenfig 15 mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience symptoms affecting your ability to concentrate and react. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

Patients with severe hepatic dysfunction have not been systematically studied; Slenfig 15 mg Capsule should not be used in such patients.

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Kidney

Caution

Patients with mild to severe renal impairment should use Slenfig 15 mg Capsule with caution. Patients with severe renal impairment, such as those receiving dialysis for end-stage renal disease, should not utilize Slenfig 15 mg Capsule .

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Children

Unsafe

It is unknown if sibutramine is safe and effective for use in pediatric patients under the age of 16.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India
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FAQs

Slenfig 15 mg Capsule is used to treat Obesity and overweight.
Slenfig 15 mg Capsule contains Sibutramine, an anti-obesity drug that causes weight loss by suppressing the appetite and promoting energy expenditure. Slenfig 15 mg Capsule should be used along with a low-calorie diet and regular physical exercise. Thus, Slenfig 15 mg Capsule promotes weight loss and lowers the possibility of developing major health issues.
Slenfig 15 mg Capsule substantially increases some patients' blood pressure and/or pulse rate. Regular pulse rate and blood pressure monitoring is required when prescribing Slenfig 15 mg Capsule .
If you take too much Slenfig 15 mg Capsule , call your doctor or Poison Control Center immediately, or go to the emergency room.
Slenfig 15 mg Capsule is contraindicated in patients with major eating disorders (anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa).

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