Phentermine Prescription
72What is Phentermine?
Oral Phentermine Hydrochloride (HCL) is sold for weight loss. It is in the Sympathomimetic family of appetite suppressants (used for the short-term management of exogenous obesity.) When used in conjunction with diet, exercise, and behavior therapy, Phentermine may help you to lose weight while you are learning new ways to eat and to exercise.
How does Phentermine work?
Phentermine works by stimulating the hypothalamus gland and affecting certain neurotransmitters to decrease appetite. The hypothalamus is the region of the brain that controls the autonomic nervous system, regulating sleep cycles, body temperature, appetite, etc.
Proper Use of Phentermine
Phentermine should be taken on an empty stomach, once daily, prior to breakfast. If in tablet form, the tablet may be broken or cut in half. Do NOT break, crush, or chew tablets.
As Phentermine may disrupt normal sleep patterns, avoid taking a dose late in the day. If taking more than one dose a day, take the last dose approx. 4-6 hours prior to going to bed.
The following information is specific only to the average doses of Phentermine. The recommended dose of Phentermine may be different for different patients. If your dose is different, do NOT change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
Adults under Age 60
Oral dosage form (Capsules) - 15 to 37.5 mg once/day before breakfast or 1-2 hours after breakfast.
Oral dosage form (Tablets) - 15 to 37.5 mg once/day before breakfast or 1-2 hours after breakfast. Instead of taking it once a day, your doctor may tell you to take 15 to 37.5 mg in divided doses one-half hour before meals.
Oral resin dosage form (Capsules) - 15 to 30 mg once/day before breakfast.
Adults Age 60 and Over
A reduced dosage may be necessary. Consult your physician.
Infants and Children
Phentermine is NOT recommended for children under age 16.
Maximum Dosage Recommendations
Take Phentermine ONLY as directed by your doctor.
Do NOT take more of it
Do NOT take it more often, and
Do NOT take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered.
If too much Phentermine is taken, it may cause unwanted effects or become habit-forming.
Please speak with your doctor if you think that Phentermine is not working properly after you have taken it for a few weeks. DO NOT increase the dose.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the scheduled dose. Do NOT double the dose.
In Case of Overdose
It is unlikely for an overdose of Phentermine to be life-threatening.
If you or someone you know takes a much larger dose than recommended, please phone a doctor, 911, or the nearest poison control center immediately.
Storage
Keep this and all medications out of children's reach.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do NOT store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
Do NOT keep outdated medicine past the expiration date. Discarded medicine should be kept out of children's reach.
What to tell the Doctor PRIOR to talking Phentermine
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of Phentermine (or other appetite suppressants). Please inform your doctor if you suffer from, or have suffered from:
Advanced Atherosclerosis
Alcohol Abuse (or history of)
Allergies - Inform your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to:
Phentermineamphetaminedextroamphetamineephedrineepinephrineisoproterenolmetaproterenolmethamphetaminenorepinephrinephenylephrinephenylpropanolaminepseudoephedrineterbutalineother appetite suppressantsdyesfoodpreservatives
Diabetes Mellitus (sugar diabetes) - It may be necessary to change the amount of insulin or oral antidiabetic medicine that you take.
Drug Abuse or Dependence (or history of) - Dependence on Phentermine may be more likely to develop.
Family History of Mental Illness - Mental depression or other mental illness may be more likely to occur.
Glaucoma
Hyperthyroidism (over-active thyroid) - Phentermine may worsen the condition.
Kidney Disease - The chance of serious side effects may increase due to higher blood levels of Phentermine.
Mental Illness
Moderate to Severe Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Symptomatic Cardiovascular Disease
The use of a Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) inhibitor within the last 2 weeks
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Comments
I have taking this for a month and have had much success so far 14 pound
I wonder it the results are permanent.
The results are not permanent, and this is not for everyone. This is a controlled substance and is not widely used. Most people gain weight soon after stopping the pill. Used correctly, as this hub describes, it will curb your appetite. If you combine this with exercise and diet, you will likely lose weight.
This is my 3rd day on this pill...So far so good. I don't look at it as a quick fix, seeing as how I need to lose substantial weight that'll take longer than this med should be perscribed for, I'm really just using it to learn to eat better, eat less, and eat when and how I should be. I think using this as anything but a jumping off point is silly and downright stupid. But for those completely against it, I wonder if they've ever even struggled with significant weight problems. It's great to have an opinion, but it's a shame they have to rain on everybody's parade. Some of us need a little ray of sunshine in a very dark, often depressing situation. Good luck to everyone!!
patty says:
2 years ago
i have a script for this took it twice didnt do anything but make me jittery,hairs on arms stand up, uneasy feelings