Summary
Phentermine is a prescription appetite suppressant. It is one of the two ingredients in Fen-phen.
Description
Phentermine comes as either a quick-acting drug (Adipex) or a time-release drug (Ionamin or Duromine). It is generally only prescribed to people who are morbidly obese and thus are have health risks because of their weight.
Phentermine affects the neurotransmitters in your brain, causing stimulation which your brain responds to by turning off the hunger sensation.
Generally, patients only receive Phentermine for up to 12 weeks. Longer term use is not encouraged due to the issues of a tolerance reaction. Phentermine may become less effective over time, thus it's best not to use it for too long.
History
Phentermine was one of the two drugs in the infamous Fen-phen (which was withdrawn from the US market after it was linked to heart-related illnesses and deaths). But, it was Fenfluramine that was the problem with Fen-phen. So, Phentermine is still available.
Criticism
Phentermine acts like an amphetamine and thus can be addictive. Because of this, it is a controlled substance.
Phentermine is linked to insomnia and may cause blood pressure and heart rate to increase. Essentially, it's a stimulant and has all the side-effects (both negative and positive) of one.
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Noni
| posted 11-Oct-2011 4:12am
I just did a quick google, and he still has the same website - absolutelythin.com. I am sure that the price did not stay the same, though. The first visit has to be a face-to-face and was $75 plus you get a script for phen and, if you want, a script for prozac. He believes the prozac makes the phen last longer. I chose not to take the pro. The next 11 monthly visits used to be $60 or $65, and you simply did a progress report online and he phoned in your script, or mailed one to you. The face-to-face is the only change that I am aware of. Theoretically, I could fly to Dallas once a year..... |
Anonymous
| posted 13-Oct-2011 12:51pm
Weightknowmore.com in Monroe, LA |
Anonymous
| posted 14-Oct-2011 7:26pm
Do any1 knw a doctor in orlando area or a store that sells phentermine! Plz help really tryn 2 loose weight n I heard it works great pz reply to wifey103@gmail.com |
Anonymous
| posted 1-Nov-2011 9:46am
I'm looking for an Adipex doctor in Buffalo, New York... |
Anonymous
| posted 8-Nov-2011 5:18pm
Does anyone know a doctor in the Portland metro area that prescribes phentermine? |
Anonymous
| posted 11-Nov-2011 7:44am
Does anyone have a name of a doctor in the Akron/Canton Ohio area? Please advise, ASAP . Thanks |
Anonymous
| posted 20-Nov-2011 8:47pm
Does anyone know a doctor in Houston TX for Adipex? |
Anonymous
| posted 30-Nov-2011 5:29pm
where to get phentermine in PA? |
Anonymous
| posted 30-Nov-2011 5:30pm
Does anyone know a doctor in West VA? |
Anonymous
| posted 30-Nov-2011 11:20pm
Question. If the doctor is willing to prescribe Adipex longer than 3 months, will the pharmacy still fill it? Cleveland area |
DLS
| posted 30-Nov-2011 11:23pm
I have been on Phentermine 37.5 for 2.5 months I'm down 25 lbs. my doctor told me he would continue to prescribe the drug If the pharmacy would fill it. Any thoughts on that? I'd like to know who really is in control here?? |
miranda
| posted 8-Dec-2011 3:39pm
Anybody in little rock Arkansas know of MD that will prescribe phentermine? My BMI is 32 and my pcp is old school and is against diet pills. Thank-you. |
Nine
| posted 9-Dec-2011 12:53pm
Can the the person from Columbus please provide me with the name and phone number of who I can see in Columbus. I just moved here from Dayton and I dont want to drive there every month to see the dr that was monitoring my usage. Also for the person in Dayton Dr. Sesslar is wonderful I absolutely loved him. please email me the info for the dr in Columbus nuttyrh@yahoo.com |
Anonymous
| posted 11-Dec-2011 1:31pm
looking for a doctor in cleveland that will prescribe diet pills
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Anonymous
| posted 14-Dec-2011 12:25am
Looking for dr in chesapeake virginia or hampton roads area please to prescribe adipex...please help w any info..thnx |
Anonymous
| posted 14-Dec-2011 11:30pm
Does anyone know of a doctor or weight loss doctor to prescribe phentermine 37.5 in Green wood Indiana please email at chryad13@aol.com pr will help you losse weight to were u want it to be |
Anonymous
| posted 19-Dec-2011 10:01pm
Doctor in West Palm Beach and/or Fairfield, CT anyone who prescribes adipex?? ???? Baumbody@gmail.com |
Anonymous
| posted 20-Dec-2011 10:26pm
Anyone know of a doctor in Dayton Ohio that will prescribe?? Tired of driving to ky every month!!! agatliff0423@yahoo.com |
Anonymous
| posted 20-Dec-2011 11:14pm
Clinics in Dayton Ohio?? agatliff0423@yahoo.com |
Anonymous
| posted 26-Dec-2011 10:32pm
I live in Las Vegas NV does anyone know of a doctor that will prescribe phentrimine ? Just had a baby and nothing fits its horrific help please |
Anonymous
| posted 6-Jan-2012 12:43am
Las Vegas go to trimcare...I prefer the Henderson location....super nice staff and makes a plan they will work for you |
Anonymous
| posted 6-Jan-2012 12:44am
Anyone know of a doctor in Cleveland Ohio? |
Anonymous
| posted 9-Jan-2012 4:28am
Need Dr who gives apidex, Akron Ohio area .
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Franzia
| posted 11-Jan-2012 9:19am
I live in Tulsa Oklahoma, I took phentermine years ago and it did wonders for me. Now I am needing to take it again and can't find a doctor anywhere who perscribes the phentermine pill a159. I found a couple doctors in town that perscribe the mp273 pill, but unfortunately it did not work for me. Does any one know if there is a doctor in Tulsa who still perscribes the a159 pill? |
Anonymous
| posted 16-Jan-2012 8:22am
Anyone know a Dr in or near los Angeles California that prescribes or will just do a refill without an appt? Maybe over the phone. I already have a prescription,just need a refill called into pharmacy .thanks :) |
Msjackson
| posted 20-Jan-2012 6:22am
please let me know if there is a dr in akron, canton, or cleveland i am desperate for phentermine????? please |
Anonymous
| posted 25-Jan-2012 7:04am
anyone selling adipex? lisaren320@yahoo.com...michigan |
NEED2LOSEFAST
| posted 26-Jan-2012 12:50am
LOOKING FOR DOC THT GIVES ADIPEX AND ACCEPTS MEDICAID IN COLUMBUS OHIO??? |
Anonymous
| posted 26-Jan-2012 11:57am
Anyone selling adipex....largo fl?? Or know of a Dr that will perscribe more than a week at a time?? Please email jhorne1005@aim.com |
troysmom
| posted 29-Jan-2012 3:43pm
someone posted dr gingo in akron oh how in the heck do you reach him they will nt answer the phone i call every day and leave messages. anyone else know of a dr. in akron, canton, cleveland area |
Anonymous
| posted 30-Jan-2012 2:51pm
i started at dr. thomas office in august 2011. i stop in 10-2011. started feeling very dizzy. i didnt know if it was from the medication or the cold. i called the office to see if i could restart coming back. i was told, you have to wait a year. thats wasnt told to me a my first visit. i think its wrong to tell you when your scheduling appointment. so, if your starting with doctor thomas office in euclid ohio. dont stop, they will not except you back for a year. |
Anonymous
| posted 8-Feb-2012 9:48am
I am looking for someone to prescribe Adipix in north Mississippi. |
Anonymous
| posted 9-Feb-2012 9:13pm
Does anyone know of a doctor/Weight loss clinic near Raleigh,NC if so can you email me the info h.devon79@yahoo.com |
jaja
| posted 14-Feb-2012 9:16am
does anyone know of a doctor in jasper, al. that will prescribe adipex? I have aboit 50 lbs. to lose and feel so bad about myself until I don't wantto get out of the house. |
Anonymous
| posted 15-Feb-2012 11:29am
i started dr. thomas too. i didnt know that if you miss 2 appointment. you cant reschedule up to a year. i feel thats wrong too. they dont give enough information at all. |
Anonymous
| posted 16-Feb-2012 11:39am
looking for a Dr close or in the surrounding area...Leitchfield, Hardin Co, Or Louisville Kentucky...anybody know of any dr around this area, email me @ evans3232@yahoo.com thank you all so much. I've been on this med before and it worked miracles need to get back on and finish what it started : )
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Anonymous
| posted 21-Feb-2012 4:23pm
Does any know of a weight clinic or doc who prescribes adipex or Phenterine I'm in need of losing weight and need to find a doctor asap |
Anonymous
| posted 21-Feb-2012 4:26pm
Does any know of a weight clinic or doc who prescribes adipex or Phenterine I'm in need of losing weight and need to find a doctor asap. in Junction Kansas or Manhattan Kansas. |
Anonymous
| posted 21-Feb-2012 4:45pm
anyone know any good doctors in atlanta ga?
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Anonymous
| posted 22-Feb-2012 9:28pm
I'm seeking a doctor in atlanta, ga a well. I've searched online but can't seem to find a doctor or family doctor now clinic that prescribes Adipex! Please help! |