What is Adipex?
Adipex is a stimulant that is similar to an amphetamine. Adipex is an appetite suppressant that affects the central nervous system.
Adipex is used togther with diet and exercise to treat obesity (overweight) in people with risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes.
Adipex may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Why is Adipex-P prescribed?
Adipex-P, an appetite suppressant, is prescribed for short-term use (a few weeks) as part of an overall weight reduction program that also includes dieting, exercise, and counseling. The drug is for use only by excessively overweight individuals who have a condition—such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol—that could lead to serious medical problems.
What is Adipex prescribed for?
Adipex is an appetite suppressant and has successfully been helping people lose weight since it was released onto the market. It is designed to be used in combination with a healthy diet and regular exercise.
Who should Adipex be prescribed for?
Normally Adipex is prescribed for the excessively overweight who also suffer with a condition such as such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. To class as a suitable candidate for Adipex someone must have a BMI of 27+.
How should I take Adipex?
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Taking high doses of Adipex over long periods of time can cause severe skin problems, sleep problems (insomnia), personality changes, and feeling hyperactive or irritable. Take this medicine with a full glass of water. It is best to take Adipex on an empty stomach before breakfast, or at least 10 to 14 hours before bedtime.
Adipex should be taken only for a short time, such as a few weeks.
Do not crush, chew, break, or open an extended-release capsule. Swallow the pill whole. It is specially made to release medicine slowly in the body. Breaking or opening the pill would cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.
You may have withdrawal symptoms when you stop using Adipex after using it over a long period of time. Do not stop using this medication suddenly without first talking to your doctor. You may need to use less and less before you stop the medication completely.
Do not take Adipex in the evening because it may cause sleep problems (insomnia).
Stop taking Adipex if you have increased hunger or if you otherwise think the medication is not working properly. Do not take more Adipex for an increased effect. Taking too much of this medication can cause serious, life-threatening side effects.
Adipex may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Keep track of how many pills have been used from each new bottle of this medicine. Adipex is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if any person in the household is using this medicine improperly or without a prescription. Store Adipex at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Adipex is a prescription drug.
Adipex is classed as a controlled substance with the US and is only available on prescription. The chemical composition of Adipex is similar to that of amphetamines and if taken for a prolonged period of time can be addictive. It is usually recommended that Adipex be taken for no longer than a period of a few weeks without a break.
Adipex can also be habit forming and it should only be taken by the patient it was prescribed for.
Adipex side effects
Side effects of Adipex can include:
- Restlessness
- Excess energy
- Insomnia
- Euphoria
- Dysphoria
- Difficulty in breathing
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Ankle and extremity Swelling
- Increase in blood pressure
- Excessive fatigue
- Headache
- Dryness of the mouth
- Unpleasant taste
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Impotence
- Changes in libido.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medication. An overdose of Adipex can be fatal.
Symptoms of a Adipex overdose may include confusion, hallucinations, feeling restless or aggressive, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, irregular heartbeat, tremors, rapid breathing, confusion, hallucinations, feeling light-headed, fainting, or seizure (convulsions).
What precautions should be taken before using Adipex?
Inform your Doctor of the following:
- If you are allergic to phentermine or any other medications.
- What other medications you are currently taking (prescription and non-prescription)
- If you have ever suffered from a heart condition, high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, overactive thyroid, diabetes, glaucoma or have a history of drug abuse.
- If are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant whilst taking Adipex tell your doctor.
- If you are subject to agitated states.
Adipex is not recommended for patients of 16 years old or younger.
