phentermine
noun
phen·ter·mine
ˈfen-tər-ˌmēn 
: an anorectic drug C10H15N used in the form of its hydrochloride to treat obesity
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Pain medications containing tramadol Some medications for weight loss contain phentermine or topiramate
Limit caffeine and alcohol intake while taking either medication because these substances may worsen adverse effects.
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T'keyah Bazin, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 20 Sep. 2024
In 2012, a combination medication of phentermine and topiramate was approved for adult use by the FDA under the name Qysmia.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 30 Apr. 2024
However, the task force did examine studies involving the medications liraglutide, semaglutide, orlistat, phentermine and topiramate (sold under brand names such as Saxenda, Wegovy, Alli, Lomaira and Topamax, respectively).
—Jen Christensen, CNN, 18 June 2024
Like other stimulants, phentermine can increase blood pressure and heart rate, and people who take it may feel restless, irritable, and have trouble sleeping.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 30 Apr. 2024
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T'keyah Bazin, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 20 Sep. 2024
In 2012, a combination medication of phentermine and topiramate was approved for adult use by the FDA under the name Qysmia.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 30 Apr. 2024
However, the task force did examine studies involving the medications liraglutide, semaglutide, orlistat, phentermine and topiramate (sold under brand names such as Saxenda, Wegovy, Alli, Lomaira and Topamax, respectively).
—Jen Christensen, CNN, 18 June 2024
Like other stimulants, phentermine can increase blood pressure and heart rate, and people who take it may feel restless, irritable, and have trouble sleeping.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 30 Apr. 2024
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“Phentermine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/phentermine. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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phentermine
noun
phen·ter·mine
ˈfen-tər-ˌmēn
: an anorectic drug administered in the form of its hydrochloride C10H15N·HCl to treat obesity
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