What, when and especially how
Oral Phentermine Hydrochloride (HCL) is the active ingredient and belongs to Sympathomimetic family of appetite suppressants. What does this mean? The nervous sympathic system, also called “the great sympathic” directs all glands and internal organs. Sympathomimetic pretend to be the real headquarters and modify hunger drive and satiety. The stomach is persuaded that it is already full.
Phentermine is the most common diet pill prescribed, accounting for about 50 percent of medical prescriptions. The oldest diet pill on the market, it is also preferred for its lower price. Phentermine is prescribed for short-term obesity treatment. This entails a few weeks under medical supervision only. This substance first received approval from the FDA in 1959 and kept it.
Phentermine Hydrochloride has been available since the 1970's. Before it appeared there was Phentermine resin. It is available as a generic medication, called phentermine. In the United States, however, Phentermine is currently sold under the brand names Ionamin® (produced by Medeva Pharmaceuticals) and Adipex-P® (produced by Gate Pharmaceuticals).
Phentermine works by stimulating hypothalamus gland and influencing neurotransmitters to decrease appetite. The hypothalamus gland is that region of the brain which controls the autonomic nervous system. It also regulates sleep cycles, body temperature and appetite.
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The correct use
Phentermine Hydrochloride (HCL), as a prescription weight-loss pill, should be taken on an empty stomach, once daily, before breakfast. The tablet should not be crushed, broken or chewed. Any person treating obesity should take the appropriate dosage and follow two conditions:
- recommendation and supervision of a physician
- short-term use, six to a maximum of 12 weeks.
A third crucial condition is to develop and continue long-term dietary, exercise, and behavioral habits. Otherwise, the lost pounds may come back.
Side effects
Along with the desired effects on weight management, there are inevitable and unpleasant side effects, usually related to heart or lung problems.
Common symptoms
- Depression
- Drowsiness
- Increased and unusual blood pressure
- Irritability
- Nervousness
- Fatigue.
Less common symptoms
- Blurred vision
- Change in sexual desire
- Confusion
- Headaches
- Diarrhea
- Abnormal heartbeat
- Nausea or vomiting
- Psychosis
- Skin rash or itching
- Sudden stomach pains
- Tiredness
- Unpleasant taste
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
Symptoms signaling major problems
- chest pain
- difficulty breathing
- decreased ability to exercise
- swelling of feet or lower legs.
If these symptoms appear, consult the doctor immediately.
Physical or mental dependence
Apart from being an effective way to treat obesity, Phentamine diet pill is a doping substance. Everybody should be aware of this. Phentamine modifies one's mental state, and creates addiction.
The warning symptoms of addiction to Phentermine are:
- a strong need to continue taking the medication
- an uncontrollable need to increase the dose to receive the desired effects.
Other alarming signs are: changes in personality, excessive, excited activity, severe irritability, insomnia, trembling, severe mental depression.
Precautions
In general Phentermine should not be taken by:
- adults age 60 and over
- pregnant women, or those breast-feeding
- people under dental treatment, as well as during surgery and emergency
- those who suffer from kidney disease
- sufferers from diabetes
- sufferers from hyperthyroidism
- children and infants
- those driving and engaged in dangerous jobs
- people under the influence of alcohol
Before starting
You should consult your physician before starting a Phentermine diet-pill treatment. Other medical problems may disturb the use of Phentermine (or any other appetite suppressant). Under suspicion are: advanced atherosclerosis, alcohol abuse, allergies, drug abuse, mental illness (or a history of mental illness), food preservatives, diabetes, glaucoma, an over-active thyroid, moderate to severe hypertension, and, finally, the very recent use of Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) inhibitor within the previous two weeks. Phentermine may worsen these conditions. Drug interactions may lead to severe health problems.
Overdose
In case of overdose, call a doctor or the nearest poison control center immediately.
Missed dose
In case of a missed dose, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose prescribed, skip the missed dose and take only the scheduled one. It is forbidden to take a double dose.
Proper storage
The pills must be stored away from heat and direct light, never in the bathroom or near the kitchen. Heat or moisture might cause the breakdown of the medication. Keep away from children.
Additional information
Phentermine, a dope-affecting brain activity, it is used in combination with other antidepressive substances. For instance, Phen-Pro is the combination of Phentermine and a low dosage of Prozac. Any one of the following antidepressants: Zoloft, Celexa, Luvox, Trazadone or Effexor may be used instead of Prozac. Fen-Phen is the combination of Fenfluramine or Pondimin (“Fen”) and Phentermine (the “Phen"). Fenfluramine and Phentermine are prescription medications used as appetite suppressants for the short-term management of chronic obesity.