Phentermine is generally used to treat obesity in individuals who face health risks such as diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol as a result of their weight. Those taking Phentermine should do so in tandem with dietary modification, exercise and behaviour modification. You can buy Phentermine online, but should always consult with a doctor when starting on a new prescription medication.

Phentermine dosages

This medication, which comes either as a capsule or tablet, should be ingested orally. Tablets may be broken in half but should not be crushed or chewed. This could be hazardous because it releases the Phentermine into the bloodstream faster than usual.

The pills should be taken once daily, preferably on an empty stomach, half an hour before eating breakfast. If for some reason you must take the medication after breakfast, it should be taken within two hours after. Phentermine diet pills come in either 15mg or 37.5mg dosages, depending on the weight of the individual. It is important not to exceed the dosage prescribed by your doctor.

In some cases, where the recommended dosage requires you to take these pills more than once a day, the last pill should be consumed at least four hours before going to bed as it may otherwise result in sleeplessness.

If you miss a dose, you should take it as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for the next dose, in which case you should just skip the missed dose. Do not however double your dose, as overdosing can be fatal.

Overdose symptoms can include: hallucinations, stomach pain, irregular heartbeat, fainting, seizure, confusion, vomiting, and nausea. Contact emergency if you think you have overdosed.

Optimizing weight loss

Phentermine should be used as a short-term weight loss medication. Suggested weight loss goals should be around three to five pounds per week, and you should not use the drug for more than four weeks at a time. This is due to the addictive nature of Phentermine. If you want to resume taking the drug, you must wait at least three weeks in between the four week periods.

Taking high doses of Phentermine over long periods of time can cause insomnia, skin problems, hyperactivity, irritability or personality changes.

For maximum weight loss results, you should engage in a healthy diet, including smaller portions of food, and exercise simultaneously while taking Phentermine.

Usage of the drug should be ceased if you experience increased hunger or if for any other reason you suspect the medication is not working properly.

A good indication of the drug's effectiveness is at least a 4.4 lbs weight loss within the first four weeks of using the pills. If the minimal weight loss has not been achieved, this may indicate that Phentermine is not the best drug to meet your needs.

Possible negative effects of Phentermine

Phentermine should never be taken in combination with other diet medications like Fenfluramine (Phen-Fen) or Dexfenfluramine (Redux). Studies have shown the adverse effects this can have, namely by causing pulmonary hypertension ? a rare fatal lung disorder.

Phentermine, even when taken as prescribed, can cause certain side effects that may affect your reactions or thinking, so you should avoid activities like driving that require you to be fully awake and alert. And, you should avoid drinking alcohol as it may exacerbate the drug's side effects.

Common side effects include: anxiety or nervousness, headache, diarrhea or constipation, and itching.

The drug should be used only by adults and not be used by individuals under the age of 18 or by women who are beast feeding

Online Phentermine recommendations should always be checked against the professional advice of a doctor.