Drugs
Duromine
Generic Name: Phentermine
Product Name: Duromine
- Indication of Duromine
- Action of Duromine
- Dose Advice of Duromine
- Schedule of Duromine
- Common side effects of Duromine
- Uncommon side effects of Duromine
- Reference
Indication of Duromine:
Duromine is used to aid weight reduction in patients who are overweight or obese (BMI> > 30, or > 25 with increased morbidity risk). It is used in conjunction with a weight reduction regime (e.g. exercise and diet control).
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Action of Duromine:
Duromine contains phentermine as the active ingredient. Phentermine helps weight loss by causing suppression of appetite in the brain.
Dose Advice of Duromine:
Duromine is only available via prescription from your doctor.
Your doctor will make a decision as to whether or not you are in need of this medication.
Dose information
- The best time to take Duromine is first thing in the morning, as it can cause sleeplessness if taken at night.
- It is important that you take the dose the doctor has recommended for you. Taking more than the recommended dose will increase the side effects you experience and may not increase the effect on weight loss.
- While taking this medication, your ability to drive or operate machinery may be affected. Take caution.
Contraindications
- May increase the effects of alcohol. Avoid alcohol while taking this medication.
Precautions
- It is also important that you tell your doctor if you have any heart conditions, stomach ulcers, or other medical conditions so that your doctor can discuss the risks and benefits of using this medication.
Pregnancy
Duromine is an ADEC category B3 drug. It is important you notify your doctor if you are planning to become or are currently pregnant, as a more suitable medication may be available.
Breastfeeding
It is important you notify your doctor if you are planning to be or are currently breastfeeding, as a more suitable medication may be available.
