Phentercot

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Generic name: Phentermine
Brand names: Adipex, Adipex-P, Fastin, Ionamin, Obenix, Obephen, Oby-Cap, Oby-Trim, Panshape M, Phentercot, Phentride, Pro-Fast HS, Pro-Fast SA, Pro-Fast SR, Teramine, Zantryl
Related Medical Conditions: Obesity, Overweight
Related Groups: Anorectic, Appetite Suppressant, Weight Loss

Phentercot Articles

1 What is Phentercot?
2 Phentercot Usage and Dosage
3 Phentercot Side Effects
4 Other Drugs Interaction
5 Phentercot Storage
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What is Phentercot?

Phentermine is a sympathomimetic amine, which is similar to an amphetamine. It is also known as an "anorectic" or "anorexigenic" drug. Phentermine stimulates the central nervous system (nerves and brain), which increases your heart rate and blood pressure and decreases your appetite.

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Phentercot Usage and Dosage

Phentermine should be taken after breakfast; evening doses should be avoided because of secondary insomnia.

The normal phentermine dosage for adults under the age of 60 follows:

Oral dosage for capsules: Most people take 15 mg - 37.5 mg once per day, before breakfast, or approximately 1-2 hours after breakfast.

Oral dosage for tablets: Phentermine dosage is usually 15 mg - 37.5 mg once per day, before breakfast, or approximately 1-2 hours after breakfast. Also, instead of taking phentermine once a day, some physicians recommend that you take 15 mg - 37.5 mg in divided doses, 1/2 hour before meals.

Oral resin dosage form (capsules): 15mg - 30 mg, once per day, before breakfast.

Adults age 60 and over: Reduced phentermine dosages are frequently necessary for senior citizens. You should consult your physician prior to taking this medication.

Infants and children: Phentermine is NOT recommended for children under the age of 16.

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Phentercot Side Effects

Phentermine may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

dry mouth
unpleasant taste
diarrhea
constipation
vomiting

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

increased blood pressure
heart palpitations
restlessness
dizziness
tremor
insomnia
shortness of breath
chest pain
dizziness
swelling of the legs and ankles
difficulty doing exercise that you have been able to do

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Other Drugs Interaction

You cannot take phentermine if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), or phenelzine (Nardil) in the last 14 days.

Changes in insulin and other diabetes drug therapies may be necessary during treatment with phentermine.

Phentermine may reduce the effects of guanethidine (Ismelin). This could lead to an increase in blood pressure. Tell your doctor if you are taking guanethidine.

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking a tricyclic antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil), amoxapine (Asendin), doxepin (Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), imipramine (Tofranil), clomipramine (Anafranil), protriptyline (Vivactil), or desipramine (Norpramin). These drugs may decrease the effects of phentermine.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with phentermine. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

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