Acomplia is a brand name of rimonabant – a prescription anti-obesity drug that has proved efficient in most patients taking it. One of the great advantages Acomplia can offer is beneficial impact on a wide array of cardiometabolic factors, including high levels of cholesterol and high blood sugar. However, this medicine is intended for people with type II obesity, which means, not every patient requires this kind of treatment. Acomplia is very well tolerated: the most common side effects include nausea and vomiting, both side effects go away as soon as the treatment is discontinued. However, there are certain more serious effects, such as aggression, insomnia, anxiety, suicidal tendencies and depression.

If you experience these side effects or any mild side effects you had change in intensity consult your doctor as soon as you can. Your dosage may need to be adjusted or an alternative method of treatment needs to be found. Make sure you take Acomplia in accordance with your doctor’s prescription. Taking more will not speed up the process of weight loss and may lead to an overdose. You may need to take this drug for a couple of months before you can see first results. Do not stop taking Acomplia without previously consulting your health care provider, as it will ruin all the progress you achieved.