Phentermine is a sympathomimetic amine, which is similar to an amphetamine. It is also known as an "anorectic" or "anorexigenic" drug. Phentermine hydrochloride, generic name for the appetite suppressant. Phentermine is related chemically and pharmacologically to the amphetamines.
Phentermine stimulates the central nervous system (nerves and brain), which increases your heart rate and blood pressure and decreases your appetite. Phentermine is used as a short-term supplement to diet and exercise in the treatment of obesity.Phentermine works to increase your metabolism, suppress your appetite, burn calories and increase energy.
Side Effects may also include:-
Skin abnormalities, insomnia, irritability, hyperactivity, personality changes, and psychosis, difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives.
Discontinued use may result in withdrawal-like symptoms including extreme fatigue and depression. A dose taken too late in the day can cause insomnia.
Symptoms of a phentermine overdose include restlessness, tremor, rapid breathing, confusion, hallucinations, panic, aggressiveness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, an irregular heartbeat, and seizures.
You can not take Phentermine, if you have heart disease or high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, glaucoma or you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), or phenelzine (Nardil) in the last 14 days and also If you have history of drug or alcohol abuse.
Take phentermine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Do not take phentermine in the evening because it may cause insomnia.
Do not crush, chew or open any "once-daily" phentermine tablets or capsules. Swallow them whole.
Store phentermine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
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