Phentrol

Who is Phentrol for ?

Phentermine is used, in combination with diet and exercise, to help you lose weight. It works by decreasing your appetite. this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

When should I be careful taking Phentrol ?

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 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, 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.
• if you have diabetes, you may need a larger dose of insulin while taking phentermine. Call your doctor if you have questions or problems.
• 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.

Side Effects

Although side effects from phentermine are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• dry mouth
• unpleasant taste
• diarrhea
• constipation
• vomiting

• increased blood pressure
• heart palpitations
• restlessness
• dizziness
• tremor
• insomnia