Phentermine

White crystalline powder, similar in its effect to amphetamine, psychostimulant and sympathomimetic, is mainly used to suppress appetite. Phentermine, in contrast to amphetamine, does not cause a strong sense of euphoria and is, for this reason, allowed in some countries as a drug for obesity therapy. Phentermine is realized in both high-speed form (Adipex®) and in the form of resins with prolonged action (Ionamin, Duromin in Australia and New Zealand).

Dosage forms: Adipex, Ionamin, Duromine

Listed in List II of the list of narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances and their precursors subject to control in the Russian Federation.

Indications: Exogenous obesity.

Assign 1 capsule, 2 hours after breakfast. During the treatment it is not possible to increase the dose of phentermine above the recommended dose. In the case of addiction, the drug should be discontinued.

With the abuse of phentermine, the development of physical dependence is possible. Patients taking phentermine should refrain from driving a motor vehicle and any other activity requiring increased attention.

Side effect on the NS and the psyche: sleep disorders, tremor, nervousness, increased excitability, dizziness, euphoria, dysphoria, psychotic episodes.
On CAS: increased blood pressure, tachycardia.
On the PS: dryness, unpleasant taste in the mouth, diarrhea, constipation.
On the reproductive system: impotence, change of libido.

Contraindications:
Atherosclerosis; diseases SSS, including arterial hypertension; hyperthyroidism; glaucoma; simultaneous use of MAO inhibitors; the state of agitation; children's age till 12 years; hypersensitivity to sympathomimetic amines.

Overdose:
Symptoms: anxiety, tremor, tachypnea, hyperreflexia, confusion, aggression, hallucinations, phobias, fatigue, depression, heart rhythm disorder, AH or hypotension, collapse, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain. In severe cases - the development of coma.

Treatment. It is necessary to remove the drug from the stomach, causing vomiting or rinsing the stomach. It is necessary to monitor the vital functions of the body in a hospital.

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