Phentermine Side Effects Dangers
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There are several different drugs used for weight loss. Unless specifically instructed by a doctor, people should use non-drug methods for losing weight. Except under rare circumstances, pregnant or nursing women should never take diet medications of any sort, including herbal and over-the-counter remedies.
Over-the-Counter Weight Loss Products and Herbal Remedies
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...appear positive and the medicines are quite well tolerated by most people. While the frequency of side effects with these medications is generally very low, nausea, gas, constipation, and... Read more »
Medications
Phentermine is used along with a doctor-approved, reduced-calorie diet, exercise, and behavior... Read more »
...PHENTERMINE - ORAL Pronounced: (FEN-ter-meen) Side Effects Dizziness, dry mouth, difficulty... Read more »
...periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more... Read more »
...the long action of the drug and may increase side effects. The dosage is based on your medical... Read more »
...those products safely. Caffeine can increase the side effects of this medication. Avoid drinking... Read more »
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