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Phentermine is very popular these days. It gains its
popularity by accounting for approximately 50% share among all other
prescription drugs. It is primarily used as an appetite suppressant and accounts
for quick weight loss. It is easily available in the market in various
milligrams and varying costs suiting your demands and budget. However
Phentermine combined with a nutritious diet and exercise plan gives the most
useful results.
Phentermine Precautions/Directions for Use
If you are already done with your health review with
your doctor and he prescribed you to take Phentermine, here are some
precautions, which will prove useful to you.
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Before using Phentermine, discuss your complete
medical history with your doctor. Don’t use it if you have high blood pressure,
an over-active thyroid, glaucoma, diabetes or emotional problems.
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Consult with your doctor in the case if you are
pregnant or breast-feeding.
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Don’t take alcohol as it can increase dizziness.
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It is not recommended for children.
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Drug interactions can result in dangerous side
effects. They can even prevent a medicine from doing its job. If you have
recently taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as guanethidine, is
marplan, furazolidone, tranylcypromine (Parnate), or phenelzine, don’t use
Phentermine. Some other drugs not listed here may also interact with Phentermine.
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Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else
that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine.
Here is a list of directions to be followed while
using Phentermine:
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Phentermine should be taken empty stomach with a
glass full of water, thirty or sixty minutes before breakfast.
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Or you can take it two hours after breakfast.
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Avoid taking a dose late in the day as it may cause
sleeplessness.
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Take your dose at least 10 to 14 hours before
bedtime.
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Take Phentermine as prescribed by doctor.
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Do not take it more often or longer than
prescribed..
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Store the drug in a tightly closed container at room
temperature, away from heat, moisture and the reach of children.
Negative Aspects of Phentermine
Along with the quick weight-loss benefits, there are
downsides too. Lets have a look at some of the side effects of Phentermine:
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You may feel nervousness, restlessness,
sleeplessness, or dry mouth at the initial stages of the use of Phentermine, but
if these problems persist, consult your health professional.
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You may also come across more serious side effects
such as an allergic reaction i.e. difficulty in breathing, closing of your
throat, swelling of your tongue, lips, or face, an irregular heartbeat or high
blood pressure. Contact your doctor immediately in such a case.
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