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Side effect(s) of Rimonabant


Review the side-effects of Rimonabant as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Gastrointestinal
- Nausea, loss of appetite, dry mouth, vomiting, gastrointestinal disorders, diarrhea.

   Central Nervous System
- Dizziness, mood changes, sleep disorder, diarrhea, depression, anxiety, memory loss.

   Skin
- Itching, excessive sweating.

   Musculoskeletal
- Muscle cramps or spasm, tendon pain and inflammation, back pain and joint sprain.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Rimonabant

Rimonabant(Acomplia) generic is an anorectic anti-obesity agent, prescribed for obesity and management of body weight as adjunct to diet and exercise. It blocks endogenous cannabinoid binding to neuronal CB1 receptors.


Brand Names or Trade Names of Rimonabant

International :


Acomplia, Bethin, Monaslim, Remonabent, Riobant, Slimona, Rimoslim, Zimulti, and Riomont
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