Phentirmene

July 29, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Nutrition / Diet 

Phentermine, a contraction of “phenyl-tertiary-butylamine“, is an appetite suppressant of the amphetamine and phenethylamine class. It is approved as an appetite suppressant to help reduce weight in obese patients when used short-term and combined with exercise, diet, and behavioral modification. It is typically prescribed for individuals who are at increased medical risk because of their weight and works by helping to release certain chemicals in the brain that control appetite.

Oral phentermine Hydrochloride (HCL) is sold for weight loss. It is in the Sympathomimetic family of appetite suppressants (used for the short-term management of exogenous obesity.)

When used in conjunction with diet, exercise, and behavior therapy, phentermine may help you to lose weight while you are learning new ways to eat and to exercise.

Three forms of phentermine are available:


Tablets

Capsules

Resin Capsules

How does Phentermine work?

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