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Phentermine is a
popular diet
pills being used for weight loss. But like with every
drug, Phentermine may cause unwanted side effects that you
must know before hand. It is recommended that you consult
your doctor before starting Phentermine dose.
Serious Side Effects
Phentermine may cause unwanted side effects, some being symptoms of serious heart or lung problems. Please consult your doctor immediately if you notice:
- Chest pain
- Decreased ability to exercise
- Fainting
- Swelling of feet or lower legs
- Trouble in breathing
Common Side effects
Other common symptoms include Depression, Drowsiness , Increased
blood pressure, Irritability, Nervousness, Tiredness, Blurred
vision, Change in sexual desire, Clumsiness ,Confusion, Diarrhea,
Dizziness, Dry mouth, Headache, Irregular heartbeat, Nausea
or vomiting, Psychosis, Skin rash or itching, Stomach pain,
Tiredness and Unpleasant taste.
These side effects may go away during treatment as your body
adjusts to the medicine.
Drug Interactions:
When you are taking phentermine
(or other appetite suppressant), it is especially important
that you inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following:
Amantadine , i.e. - Symmetrel, Amphetamines, Caffeine , i.e.
- NoDoz, Chlophedianol , i.e. - Ulone, Cocaine, Medicine for
asthma or other breathing problems, Medicine for colds, sinus
problems, or hay fever or other allergies (including nose
drops or sprays), Methylphenidate , i.e. - Ritalin, Nabilone,
i.e. - Cesamet, diet pills or Selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitors ( citalopram, i.e. - Celexa, fluoxetine, i.e. -
Prozac, fluvoxamine, i.e. - Luvox, paroxetine, i.e. - Paxil,
sertraline, i.e. - Zoloft), Pemoline, i.e.- Cyler, Monoamine
Oxidase (MAO) inhibitors and Tricyclic antidepressants.
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