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Uses of Adipex
Adipex is the USA's most popular form of brand-name phentermine prescribed today. It is an appetite suppressant that is commonly used in conjunction with diet and exercise to reduce weight.
Adipex acts as to suppress the appetite via a central mechanism (appetite centers in the brain).
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How to take Adipex
Adipex is best taken on an empty stomach approximately one hour before breakfast each morning. Because this medication may cause sleeplessness, avoid taking a dose late in the day. Take Adipex only as prescribed. Do not take it more often or longer than directed. Use in combination with other appetite suppressant medication is generally not recommended.
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| Adipex Side
Effects
Blurred vision, dry mouth, sleeplessness, irritability, stomach upset or constipation may occur the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication. Other adverse events include central nervous system effects, gastrointestinal disturbances, and changes in libido.
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If these effects persist or become bothersome, you may have to discontinue use. Exercise caution when prescribing anti-obesity drugs for patients with hypertension. If this medication makes you dizzy or lightheaded, avoid driving or engaging in activities requiring alertness. Alcohol can increase unwanted side effects of dizziness. Limit its use while taking
Adipex. Moderate: Chest pain, pounding heart, difficulty urinating, breathing difficulties or swelling while taking this medication. |
Severe: Primary pulmonary hypertension (PPH) and cardiac valvular disease have been reported in online patients receiving a combination of phentermine and fenfluramine (phen-fen) or dexfenfluramine. The possibility of an association between PPH and the use of Adipex alone cannot be ruled out.
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| Precautions
of Adipex
Be Sure To Tell Your Doctor About Your Medical History If:
You have
- high blood pressure.
- an overactive thyroid.
- glaucoma.
- Diabetes Mellitus.
- emotional problems.
- pregnant.
- currently breast-feeding.
- have been taking / taken Adipex / Phentermine / diet pills.
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Interactions of Adipex
Inform your doctor / physician about all the medicines you buy, (prescription and nonprescription) especially if you buy high blood pressure medicine or MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) or any other weight loss drug. Decongestants are commonly found in over-the-counter cough and cold medicine.
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| Notes of
Adipex
Adipex is contraindicated in patients with arteriosclerosis, cardiovascular disease, and moderate to severe hypertension.
Common misspellings of Adipex-p include adepex and addipex.
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Dosages of Adipex
If you miss a dose, do not double the next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
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| Storage
of Adipex
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Keep
this and all medications out of the reach of children.
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