Phentermine 37.5 is prescribed by health care providers for those that are extremely obese and wish to lose weight. The drug is manufactured and sold under a number of names. It can be obtained from the pharmacies as well as on the Internet.
In the various studies that have been conducted using the drug, it has been seen that those using the drug lost weight faster that those that didn’t use the drug. Further this drug works faster in the first few weeks after which it loses its effectiveness. The drug can come in a capsule or even a tablet form
The dosage for the drug is usually prescribed by the doctor. Most people would need to take the capsule only once during the day. But those that are morbidly obese or need to lose weight faster might need to take the drug more than once.
Phentermine 37.5 should be taken along with proper diet that includes nutritious food. You shouldn’t stop eating when you are taking the drug. Depending on the actual product, the capsule or the tablet should be taken right before breakfast or two hours after breakfast.
The drug should only be taken in the prescribed dosage. Only then will it help a person to lose weight. A higher dosage is extremely dangerous. A higher dosage or even if the drug has been taken for a sustained period of time can lead to drug dependency.
Dosage of the drug is dependent on a number of reasons. These reasons include existing medical conditions if any, the response of the patient to the drug, the side effects encounter by the patient and so on. Depending on these issues the dosage may even be altered to suit the patient’s body.
Just like other drugs, Phentermine also has certain drug effects. Most people have some inconvenience for the first week or so after which they adjust to the drug quite well. In case the side effects continue for more than a week, consult your health care provider immediately.
Many of the usual side effects will include hypertension, dizziness, insomnia, sexual disinterest, headaches and many more. But this’ isn’t a complete list. If you have any unusual or serious side effects, please consult the doctor immediately before it’s too late.
