Phentermine

Phentermine is a highly-efficient appetite suppressant that works by affecting your nervous system. It is supposed to be combined with a low fat diet and regular exercise to treat obesity associated with risk factors such as high blood pressure and diabetes. While taking phentermine it’s very important to observe the dosage you have been prescribed, as otherwise an overdose is possible. Here are most common symptoms of an overdose that will help you determine whether you need urgent medical help or not: confusion, irregular heartbeat, confusion, diarrhea, hallucinations, vomiting, lightheadedness, tremors, convulsions, fainting, aggressiveness, and nausea. Pregnant or breastfeeding women must not start the treatment before talking to their doctor, as this medicine may pass into breast milk and may affect the health of an unborn baby. Because in most cases the risks associated with phentermine being taken by pregnant women outweigh potential benefits, you may be recommended to postpone your treatment. If you intend to get pregnant but need to start taking phentermine as soon as possible because of other health problems associated with obesity – your doctor may recommend postponing the pregnancy for the sake of your child’s safety. Serious side effects are not likely, but you still need to be aware of the possibility and watch for any of the following ones to report them as soon as possible: confusion, unusual thoughts, swelling, unusual behavior, restlessness, shortness of breath, uneven heartbeat, and rapid weight gain. Mild side effects are a lot more common and can include some or any of the following: nervousness, constipation, insomnia, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, itching, tremors, and dry mouth. Before you start taking phentermine, make sure you talk to your doctor and inform him of any other mediations you are taking at the moment, whether these are over-the-counter or prescription kind. The following ones are supposed to be reported as this may affect your dose: desipramine, nortriptyline, amitriptyline, paroxetine, oral insulin medications, clomipramine, trimipramine, doxepin, oral diabetes drugs, fluoxetine, escitalopram, fluvoxamine, sertraline, imipramine, high blood pressure medications, amoxapine, and protriptyline. This list is not complete and you can ask your doctor for more information.