Phentermine and topiramate combination is used together with a reduced-calorie diet and proper exercise to help you lose weight. It is also used in overweight people who may also have diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease.
Do not use this medicine if you also take an MAO inhibitor (MAOI), such as isocarboxazid (Marplan®), phenelzine (Nardil®,), selegiline (Eldepryl®), or tranylcypromine (Parnate®), or if you have used an MAOI within the past 14 days. Using these medicines together may cause serious unwanted effects.
Phentermine and topiramate extended-release capsules must be used along with a reduced calorie diet and exercise plan. Phentermine is in a class of medications called anorectics. It works by decreasing appetite. Topiramate is in a class of medications called anticonvulsants.
Phentermine is approved for use for up to 12 weeks.
Phentermine does not directly disrupt hormone balance or influence estrogen-like hormones. However, it might indirectly do so since a quick weight loss might make hormonal abnormalities more likely.
No interactions were found between phentermine and Vitamin C.
Some patients become hungrier around 3-4 months because they stop following the diet as closely and they start eating foods that stimulate the appetite. Phentermine is still working, but eating the wrong foods can stimulate your appetite more than phentermine will suppress it.
You lose weight even without exercise because you use more calories every day. This is why phentermine is a good choice for people who want to lose weight quickly and safely. Phentermine also increases the release of norepinephrine in your brain, which helps boost your metabolism.
However, some patients will start to regain weight they have lost after they stop taking phentermine. It is important to remember that this is not your fault. If you gain weight after stopping phentermine you may be a candidate for more long term use of this medication.
Phentermine should not be taken for long periods and typically 3 months is considered the maximum treatment time before a break period is instituted. Phentermine should not be stopped cold turkey to avoid unwanted withdrawal symptoms.
Long-term use of phentermine
Taking phentermine for a long period may also increase your risk of heart valve problems and pulmonary hypertension, especially when combined with other appetite-suppressing medications.
No interactions were found between phentermine and Vitamin B12.
No interactions were found between phentermine and Vitamin D3. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
No interactions were found between Mag-Phen and phentermine. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Many people who want to lose weight choose a phentermine alternative over the prescription medication. Adipex and Lomaira are two of the best known phentermine alternatives. Both are available on the market and can be purchased online.
TrimTone is the appropriate alternative to phentermine HCl for all women. It is safe and tailored to users' specific requirements. Users suppress cravings, rev up one's metabolism and help them achieve the desired physique.
PhenQ, a supplement by Wolfson Berg Limited, is one of the best OTC diet pills available to support your diet and exercise efforts. The product has a similar effect on the body as phentermine, and it targets several physiological processes to help you lose weight, including appetite suppression.
Phentermine is a direct fat burner that is classified in the Schedule Substance list. If used correctly, Phentermine patients could lose up to a considerable amount of weight by merging it with diet and exercise.
95% of patients who use Phentermine experience positive results, with an average weight loss between 4-8 pounds per month.