Meridia diet pill helps the seriously overweight shed those extra pounds and keep them off. It is especially recommended for those patients who in addition to being overweight have other health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol. For maximum benefits, this weight loss drug is used in conjunction with a low-calorie diet.

As in the case of most of the weight loss drugs, usage of Meridia can also lead to some side effects. Dry mouth, drowsiness, constipation, difficulty in sleeping and headache are some of the common side effects. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.

If you experience any of these Meridia side effects such as dizziness, back pain, arthritis, increased appetite, stomach pain, mood/mental changes, persistent sore throat, sinus congestion, chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat, flushing or fever, increased thirst, arm or leg swelling, muscle pain or weakness, leg cramps, numbness, vision changes, one-sided weakness, sweating, painful menstruation then you're required to seek immediate medical attention.

Side effects of Meridia 15 mg which also require immediate medical attention are: seizures, bruising, change in frequency/amount/color of urine, painful urination, yellowing skin or eyes. Other adverse effects of Meridia include central nervous system effects, gastrointestinal disturbances, and changes in libido.

In some cases, intake of Meridia can lead to an allergic reaction. Symptoms of an allergic reaction includes: rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing. Seek immediate medical help in such a situation as it can prove harmful for health otherwise.

Meridia effectiveness as far as weight loss is concerned is a known fact. But for availing maximum benefits, some precautions are to be followed such as:

Dosage of Meridia should not exceed the recommended one. Exceeding the recommended dose or taking this medicine for a longer duration may lead to serious side effects. The weight loss drug may cause dizziness or make you less alert than normal so avoid driving or doing anything else that could be dangerous.

Consumption of alcohol may increase unwanted side effects of dizziness; therefore, it is advisable to limit alcohol use while taking Meridia or any other appetite suppressants.

Use of Meridia is strictly prohibited while breast-feeding as it may pass into breast milk, causing unwanted effects in nursing babies. Meridia has not been shown to cause birth defects in humans but prior to taking this medication, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or attempting to become pregnant.

If taken properly, Meridia can be immensely useful as an aid to weight loss.