Duromine (Phentermine) is an anorectic agent (an agent that suppresses appetite). It is for people with overweight and weight-related complications or obesity. It is meant to be used as a short-term adjunct in a comprehensive regimen of weight reduction, which includes diet and exercise.
Dose
- Duromine comes in capsule form, to be taken by mouth.
- Swallow the capsules whole with plenty of water. Do not chew or open the capsules.
- The best time to take Duromine is first thing in the morning (before breakfast or 1 to 2 hours after breakfast), as it can cause sleeplessness if taken at night. Taking it at the same time each day will have the best effect. It will also help you remember when to take it.
- It is important that you take the dose the doctor has recommended for you. Taking more than the recommended dose will increase the side effects you experience and may not increase the effect on weight loss.
Precautions
- You are allergic to this medication or any of the other ingredients of this medication
- You are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding – inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while on phentermine.
- You are taking any other medications, including supplements, traditional medications and herbal remedies
- You have a history of or current medical conditions such as pulmonary artery hypertension, existing heart valve abnormalities or heart murmurs, moderate to severe arterial hypertension, cerebrovascular disease, severe cardiac disease, known hypersensitivity to sympathomimetic drugs, hyperthyroidism, agitated states or a history of psychiatric illness including anorexia nervosa and depression, glaucoma, history of drug/alcohol abuse.
