Phentermine is a medication used to treat obesity. According to Drugs.com, phentermine typically is combined with diet and exercise to help you reduce weight.
Features
Drugs.com indicates that phentermine belongs to a category of drugs called amphetamines. It stimulates your central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and suppresses your appetite.
Use
According to MedlinePlus, phentermine is available as a tablet or capsule and typically is taken once a day or three times a day, 30 minutes prior to eating.
Side Effects
Phentermine's most common side effects include trouble sleeping, nervousness, anxiousness, dry mouth, diarrhea and constipation, according to Drugs.com.
Drug Interactions
MedlinePlus indicates that you must avoid combining phentermine with such medications as insulin, paroxetine, sertraline and fluvoxamine. These combinations can provoke the aforementioned side effects.
Overdose
Taking excessive amounts of phentermine may cause confusion, hallucinations, tremors, fast breathing, nausea and vomiting. If you experience these symptoms, call 911, as this an emergency.
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