Mazindol
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Mazindol is the generic name for the brand name medications Sanorex and Mazanor. It is a sympathomimetic amine, similar to an amphetamine and is also know as an “anorectic” or an “anorexigenic” drug. This medication is used as a short-term supplement to diet and exercise in the treatment of obesity.
Mazindol works by increasing the heart rate and blood pressure while decreasing the appetite. It is generally taken one to three times a day before meals and is in the categories central nervous system agents/CNS stimulants and central nervous system agents/anorexiants. The amount of Mazindol taken by individuals can vary and should be closely monitored by a doctor.
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Abuses of Mazindol
[A habit-forming drug, Mazindol can cause an individual to become physically and psychologically dependent. Physicians often warn that diet pills are one of the most dangerous ways to lose weight as the substances tend to be highly addictive. Mazindol can be potentially dangerous as the medication is available just about everywhere and easy to obtain. As a result, an addiction to this medication has become a very common problem.
An individual taking Mazindol generally begins the medication with the intent to take them responsibly and under the care of a doctor. After a short amount of time, a [tolerance]] can develop and the individual will feel the need for more of the medication to achieve the desired effect. Before long, a full blown dependency or even addiction develops, leading to greater problems than obesity.
Effects of Mazindol
Mazindol can be very effective in reversing obesity in the right individual, especially when taken under the care of a physician. Some people, however, can have allergic reactions or simply experience negative side effects as a result of taking the drug. Certain serious effects in normal usage can include an irregular heartbeat or very high blood pressure, hallucinations, abnormal behavior or confusion.
Less serious effects can also occur and include restlessness, tremors, nervousness, anxiety, headache, dizziness, insomnia, dry mouth, diarrhea, constipation, impotence or changes in sex drive.
Withdrawal of Mazindol
Mazindol has the potential to work on the brain in much the same way as cocaine and therefore, withdrawal symptoms very closely mimic those of a cocaine addiction and abrupt cessation. Stopping the drug without tapering off use can lead to very uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms and intense cravings.
Any and all of the following symptoms can occur in the Mazindol withdrawal stage:
· Fatigue
· Depression
· Confusion
· Psychotic reaction
· Intense hunger
· Irritability
· Increased sleeping
· Hangover
· Disturbed sleep
· Violence
· Craving
Treatment of Mazindol Addiction
An addiction to Mazindol can produce severe side effects and withdrawal symptoms and may even put a person’s life at risk. Considering the danger of the associated withdrawal symptoms, the individual must immediately seek professional help. A drug rehab with the ability to do a medically monitored detox or a hospital with a chemical dependency unit is strongly advised. The treatment of Mazindol addiction can vary depending upon the patient and the level of addiction.
The first step is for a patient to be evaluated by a board-certified physician and a board-certified psychiatrist to determine the proper method for treatment. Detoxification is often necessary, and the doctor may recommend 24/7 treatment. A quality center will offer Mazindol addicts a comfortable detox method to help rid the body completely of the drug while also managing withdrawal symptoms.
