For people who are overweight, Bontril may be the right short-term diet aid.
It is best used under the guidance of a health care professional, especially
if other health conditions, such as high blood pressure, are present.
Who Should Take Bontril?
- Men or women with a BMI (body mass index) of more than 30
- People who want to enhance an existing diet and exercise weight loss program
Who Shouldn't Take Bontril?
Women who are breastfeeding, pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant should talk to a doctor before starting to take Bontril.
Children younger than the age of 12 should not take Bontril.
People who have any of the following diseases should talk with a doctor before taking Bontril:
- heart disease
- diabetes
- high blood pressure
- depression
- arteriosclerosis, also known as hardening of the arteries
- hyperthyroidism, also known as an overactive thyroid gland
- glaucoma
- history of drug abuse