Disbesin

Disbesin Information

Brand Names: Adipex, Fastin, Ionamin

Generic Name: Phentermine

Other Common Names: Disbesin, Simpt, Phentrimine

Phentermine (Oral Phentermine Hydrochloride) is a generic form of Adipex. Phentermine is used as an appetite suppressant - a part of the Sympathomimetic family of appetite supressants, or it is more commonly known as a weight loss drug. However, as with any other weight loss drug, sustainable results can only be expected if the treatment is compounded with an overall diet plan for weight reduction. Also, an excercise program should be employed and behaviour therapy should be considered.

How To Take Disbesin and Disbesin Dosage and Administration

Phentermine is taken on an empty stomach, once daily, 30 to 60 minutes before breakfast. The tablet may not be chewed or crushed, but may be broken in half. The FDA advises that you should have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of at least 30 or more in order to take prescription weight loss medications. Since these medications have potential side effects, your potential health risks due to obesity need to outweigh the potential health risks of the side effects of the medications. These drugs are not to be taken by those with only a few pounds to lose. Most of these medications lose their effectiveness over time, so you must also follow a good diet and exercise program and learn behavior modification techniques while taking them.

Appropriate dose for adults under 60:

Capsules: 15 to 37.5 mg each morning
Tablets: 15 to 37.5 mg each morning, alternatively, take 15 to 37.5 mg in divided doses one-half hour before meals

Appropriate dose for adults 60 and over: Consult your physician a reduced Phentermine dose may be appropriate

Symptoms of a possible overdose include:

Stomach cramps, Irregular heartbeat, Irregular blood pressure, Fever Confusion, Hallucinations, Restlessness, Tremor Panic.

An overdose of Phentermine is unlikely to be life-threatening. However, if an individual takes a much larger dose than recommended, call your Physician, emergency medical services (EMS), or the nearest poison control center immediately or 911 if needed.

Alcohol should be avoided while taking Phentermine?

Disbesin Side Effects

Disbesin Precautions and Contraindications

Your doctor should be made aware of your entire medical history especially if you have high blood pressure, an over-active thyroid, glaucoma, diabetes or emotional problems. Consult with your doctor if you think you are pregnant or before breast-feeding. Alcohol can increase unwanted side effects of dizziness. Limit alcohol use. This drug is not recommended for use in children. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Prior to taking this medication, tell your Physician if you are pregnant or you are planning to become pregnant in the near future. Phentermine has not shown to cause birth defects in humans. Phentermine may pass into the breast milk, therefore you should consult your Physician prior to taking the medication while breast feeding.

After you stop taking the medication, your body may need a period of time to adjust. Phentermine may affect blood sugar levels. You should consult your Physician if you have any concern or if you should have any symptoms of nausea or vomiting, depression, fatigue or trembling after discontinuing Phentermine. Prior to dental procedures, inform your dentist that you are taking Phentermine.

Phentermine is not recommended for children under the age of 18 years.

Disbesin Drug Interactions

Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use, (prescription and nonprescription) especially if you take high blood pressure medicine or MAO inhibitors (e.g., Furazolidine, Phenelzine, Selegiline, Tranylcyprodine) or any other weight loss medicine. Avoid "stimulant" drugs that may increase your heart rate or blood pressure such as decongestants or caffeine. Decongestants are commonly found in over-the-counter cough and cold medicine. Also, avoid mixing phentermine with alcohol as it can lead to an increase in side-effects such as dizziness. Phentermine should not be taken in combination with the drugs Redux(TM) (dexfenfluramine) or Pondimin(R) (fenfluramine), which are banned due to their harmfull effects. This harmfull combination is also known as "Fen-Phen".

See Fen Phen FAQ.