About Meridia

Meridia is an oral prescription medication used for the medical management of obesity, including weight loss and the maintenance of weight loss and should be used in conjunction with a reduced calorie diet.  Meridia can only be prescribed by a medical doctor. Meridia comes in three different strength capsules (5 mg, 10 mg, and 15 mg). The recommended initial starting dose of Meridia is one 10 mg capsule per day. 

How does Meridia Work

Meridia works by affecting appetite control centers in the brain.  In medical studies in overweight people, Meridia, along with a reduced calorie diet, produced significant reductions in body weight.  Meridia should be used as part of a comprehensive weight-loss program, supervised by your doctor, that includes a reduced calorie diet and appropriate physical activity.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take a dose of Meridia, do not take an extra capsule to "make up" for the dose you forgot.