Phentermine 30 mg

Overview of Phentermine 30 mg Drug

Phentermine 30 mg is an FDA-approved medicine (generic) and a generic variant. It is used as an active component in various branded medications, for instance, Lomaira, Adipex-P, etc. The medicine helps to reduce body mass or obesity in individuals. This medication works effectively if it is combined with a specific diet (low calories) and physical workout.

The increased body weight can cause certain problems cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and high blood pressure. These are the consequences of obesity in the patient. The drug class of this medication is sympathomimetic amine anorectic. It helps in reducing weight which is also known as an appetite suppressant.

This weight-loss medicine is categorized as a controlled substance of Schedule IV. It represents that this product can be misused and can cause dependency due to the medicine. The chemical structure of phentermine is similar to amphetamine(CNS stimulant). For treating weight problems, phentermine is used by combining with topiramate.

Mechanism of Action of Phentermine:

The working of the appetite suppressant is not fully known yet. This is anorectic, which decreases food consumption in individuals. Phentermine medicine releases the neurotransmitters like norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine in the central nervous system of the brain.

This drug increases the concentration of these neurotransmitters and suppresses the feeling of hunger. This is how fat breaks down into energy, which is used by the body. It helps in reducing weight loss in individuals by making a person to feel full. These neurotransmitters help in weight management.

Dose & Dosage Strength:

Phentermine is available in various forms. Such as oral capsules, tablets and orodispersible tablet forms. The dosage strengths of the drug are given below:-

• 8 mg
• 15 mg
• 30 mg
• 37.5 mg

Dosage Strength for Adults

Individuals who are above 18 years old and below 64 years old can take the starting dose with 15 mg of the medicine. Its strength can be altered by a doctor, which depends on the tolerance of the drug. Usually, the drug is consumed 2 hours after taking breakfast. A dose of 30 mg is the maximum limit of the medication.

Dosage Strength for Children

Children who are between the age of 16 to 17 years can take the recommended dose of 15 mg. The suggested dose can be taken after waiting a couple of hours after having breakfast. The dosage strength can be increased maximum to 30 mg.

Note: Not advised for children who are below 16 years of age.

Dosage Strength for Elderly Patients

Due to serious side effects and function of the kidney does not work well in old people. So, a healthcare expert starts with a low dose of the medicine. This will prevent the accumulation of the medicine in their body, which may risk their health.

Uses of Phentermine 30 mg Medication:

When an individual follows a low-calorie diet with regular exercise and is not helpful in losing weight. Then Phentermine drug is used for reducing weight in individuals who are overweight.

30 mg phentermine Side Effects:

This medicine also has common and serious side effects as follows-

Common Side Effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Trouble bowel movement
• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Trouble sleeping

Serious Side Effects

• Palpitation
• Change in sexual desire
• Tremors
• Pain in the chest
• High blood pressure
• Ankles and legs get swell
• Difficulty in sleeping

Safety Measures:

• One should not take this medicine if they have some health problems like cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, kidney, surgery, lung problems etc. Such health history should be shared with a doctor before starting treatment.
• If an MAO inhibitor is taken within a couple of weeks then the consumption of this medicine should be stopped. It is to prevent drug interaction.
• The consumption of alcohol is not suggested.
• Never crush the oral capsule.
• Driving and operating any machine is not advised because it can impair the ability of the individual who is taking this drug.