Phentermine

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Phentermine is an oral medication prescribed to help manage weight in adults with a BMI >30 or a BMI>27 with comorbidities (high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol). Phentermine is a stimulant in the class of amphetamine. When used under controlled conditions, it can act as an appetite suppressant by affecting the central nervous system. 

 
The medication has been approved by the FDA under various brand names for the treatment of chronic weight management and obesity.

 
Dosing*

37.5 mg Daily

Common side effects of phentermine :

· Trouble sleeping

· Feeling restless

· Headache

· Dry mouth

· Fast heartbeat or heart palpitations

· Nausea

· Constipation

· Diarrhea

· Changes in libido

· Higher blood pressure

· Tremors (shakiness)

Phentermine shouldn’t be used by people with certain health conditions or statuses, including:

· Heart disease, including heart failure, coronary artery disease, or prior stroke

· High blood pressure that’s uncontrolled

· Hyperthyroidism(too much thyroid hormone)

· Glaucoma(high eye pressure)

· High levels of nervousness or anxiety

· History of drug misuse

· Pregnancy

· Nursing (breastfeeding)

· Allergies to other similar stimulant medications