Merastin
About
Merastin belongs to the group of anti-obesity medicines. Merastin is used in the treatment of obesity by promoting weight loss. It helps in controlling weight and BMI (body mass index) on the whole. In addition, it reduces inches in terms of waist and hip size. Obesity is a disease that is caused by an excess amount of body fat, resulting in making a person overweight, predisposing them to many conditions and disorders.
Merastin contains ‘’Merastin’’ that works by reducing appetite and making you feel satiated on smaller meals, so you consume fewer calories and do not gain any more weight. It also boosts fat burning and slows down fat production.
Take Merastin as advised. You are recommended to use Merastin for as long as it is advised by a doctor. Merastin may cause certain common side effects such as nausea, headache, and tummy pain. Most of these adverse effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if these side effects persist.
Inform the physician if you are allergic to Merastin or any of its components. Also inform if you suffer from HIV, asthma, cancer, liver disease, kidney problems, heart disease, any chronic disease or if you have had any surgery recently. Avoid Merastin in case of recent procedures such as gastrostomy, colonoscopy or bowel resection. Inform the doctor of any medicines, supplements or herbs you may be on, to avoid an interaction. Consult your healthcare professional if you are planning to get pregnant or are breastfeeding as Merastin is not recommended in these population. Avoid Merastin use with alcohol.
Uses of Merastin
Medicinal Benefits
Merastin is a nutraceutical and anti-obesity medicine used for weight loss and BMI reduction. Merastin contains Merastin that works by reducing appetite to make you feel less hungry and thereby prevent you from consuming more food. In addition, Merastin speeds up fat burning and reduces lipogenesis, which is the process of the formation of fats. Hence, Merastin finds use in treating obesity.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Merastin
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Inform the physician if you are allergic to Merastin or any of its components. Also inform if you suffer from HIV, asthma, cancer, liver disease, kidney problems, heart disease, any chronic disease or if you have had any surgery recently. Avoid Merastin in case of recent procedures such as gastrostomy, colonoscopy or bowel resection. Inform the doctor of any medicines, supplements or herbs you may be on, to avoid an interaction. Consult your healthcare professional if you are planning to get pregnant or are breastfeeding as Merastin is not recommended in these population. Avoid Merastin use with alcohol.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not recommended to use alcohol with Merastin. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Pregnancy
unsafeNot enough studies exist to ascertain the effect of Merastin on pregnancy. Avoid using Merastin during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Breast Feeding
cautionNot enough studies exist to ascertain the effect of Merastin on nursing. However, avoid Merastin during lactation. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Driving
cautionMerastin does not affect your ability to drive. However, if you do not feel alert, avoid driving.
Liver
cautionExercise caution before using Merastin in case of established liver disease. Please consult your physician to address any concerns.
Kidney
cautionExercise caution before using Merastin in case of established kidney disease. Please consult your physician to address any concerns.
Children
cautionNot enough studies exist to ascertain the effect of Merastin on the pediatric age group. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Invest in a balanced diet. Do not starve yourself. Make sure you eat lean, clean and small meals. Eat more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean meats and low-dairy fat products.
- Drinking plenty of water makes you feel full and helps you avoid food.
- Some people tend to eat more when they are happy, some when they are sad or feeling low. Maintaining a food diary can help you identify your food patterns.
- Avoid distractions while eating. Meals are supposed to be had at the dining table. Having your dinner or lunch in front of the telly, can distract you and get you to consume more.
- Taking a stroll in the garden, or spending 30 minutes of your time doing some light physical activity can be very useful. However, do not over-exert yourself if you feel too tired.
- Taking the stairs instead of the elevator can also prove helpful in losing weight.
- A lot of people benefit from joining a support group for obesity. Find people who you can identify with and speak openly about your struggles.
Special Advise
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Obesity: Obesity is a weight disorder characterised by a body mass index (BMI) of over 25. Normal BMI is 18.5-25. Obesity is mainly a disorder involving excessive fat in the body, predisposing the body to various other health conditions.
FAQs
Merastin works by reducing appetite and by slowing down fat production and by speeding up the rate of fat-burning and metabolism.
BMI (body mass index) is a measure of a person’s weight and is used in healthcare to understand the relationship between body weight and disease. The formula for calculating BMI is weight in kgs, divided by height in metre square.
A BMI of 18.5-25 is considered normal weight. However, since 24 is on the borderline, it is important you bring about changes in your lifestyle to ensure healthy weight and to make sure you keep your weight in check.
No. Merastin should be avoided in pregnancy and breastfeeding as it is lipolytic (fat-destroying) and can prove harmful to the baby.
