Phentermine is a sympathomimetic amine and a central nervous system stimulant chemically and pharmacologically related to amphetamines. It works by stimulating the hypothalamus in the brain to release certain neurotransmitters (like norepinephrine), which suppresses appetite and increases energy.
Primary Uses
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Short-Term Weight Management: It is prescribed as a short-term adjunct (typically a few weeks) alongside a doctor-approved reduced-calorie diet, behavioral modification, and exercise program. It is intended for individuals with exogenous obesity (typically a BMI of $\ge 30$ kg/m², or $\ge 27$ kg/m² in the presence of weight-related risk factors like hypertension, diabetes, or high cholesterol).




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