WARNING: Do not use this medicine alone or with other medicines to treat obesity or to lose weight. Incorrect use of this medicine may cause serious and sometimes fatal side effects. Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are also taking prescription or nonprescription medicines (eg, used for infections, inflammation, aches and pains, nasal congestion, asthma, high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat or other heart problems, blood thinning, mental or mood problems, depression, diabetes, other thyroid problems, high cholesterol, hepatitis, weight loss, heartburn, birth control, hormone replacement therapy, growth hormone deficiency, cancer, seizures) and multivitamin products. DO NOT START OR STOP any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, including trouble swallowing, heart or blood vessel problems (eg, coronary artery disease), high blood pressure, blood clotting or bleeding problems, pernicious anemia, diabetes, bone problems (eg, osteoporosis), fertility problems, pituitary problems, adrenal gland problems, other thyroid problems, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Tell your doctor if you have problems absorbing nutrition from your stomach or intestines into your body or if you had a recent surgery or have an upcoming surgery. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you cannot swallow a capsule, have untreated adrenal gland problems, high thyroid hormone levels, or you have had a recent heart attack. Use of this medicine is not recommended in newborns and small children who cannot swallow the capsule. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using this medicine.