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Brand Name : Fastin
Generic Name : Phentermine

Overview (Source: MedicineNet)
Phentermine is a drug that suppresses appetite. Its exact mechanism of action is unknown. It probably decreases appetite by acting on centers in the brain that control appetite. Phentermine is similar to amphetamine. It stimulates the nervous system, elevates blood pressure, and increases heart rate. ...
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Precautions (Source: MedLinePlus)
Before taking phentermine, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to phentermine or any other drugs. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially fluoxetine (Prozac), fluvoxamine (Luvox), guanethidine, insulin, MAO inhibitors [phenelzine (Nardil) and tranylcypromine (Parnate)] even if you stopped taking them within the past 2 weeks, medications for weight loss and depression, paroxetine (Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft),and vitamins. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart disease, high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries), hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland), diabetes, glaucoma, or a history of drug abuse. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking phentermine, call your doctor. you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you. remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug. if you have diabetes, you may need a larger dose of insulin while taking phentermine. Call your doctor if you have questions or problems. ...
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Side Effects (Source: MedLinePlus)
Phentermine may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: dry mouth; unpleasant taste; diarrhea; constipation; vomiting. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: increased blood pressure; heart palpitations; restlessness; dizziness; tremor; insomnia; shortness of breath; chest pain; dizziness; swelling of the legs and ankles; difficulty doing exercise that you have been able to do. If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/index.html ] or by phone [1-800-332-1088]. ...
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