FastinGeneric Name:phentermine Other Brand Names: Obe-Nix, Zantryl, Adipex-P, Ionamin, Pro-Fast Revised:4/1/2000  | Table of Contents |
OverviewSide Effects and InteractionsTaking the MedicineSpecial Precautions | Special Precautions |
Phentermine is inappropriate for people with glaucoma, serious high blood pressure, symptomatic heart disease, or hyperthyroidism.
Phentermine must not be combined with MAO inhibitor drugs (Eldepryl, Nardil, Parnate) and a person should wait at least 14 days after stopping any of these before starting to take phentermine.
Phentermine is not recommended for people in agitated states of mind or who have problems with drug abuse or alcoholism.
The effectiveness of this drug against the sensation of hunger may wear off after a few weeks.
The dose should not be raised in an attempt to maintain the effect; abuse of the drug can result in skin problems, insomnia, irritability, hyperactivity, and personality changes or even psychosis.
Sudden withdrawal may result in depression and extreme fatigue.
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