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PhentermineAka: Ionamin

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  1. Trade Name
    1. Fastin
  2. Mechanism
    1. Stimulates CNS adrenergic system
    2. Reduces food seeking behavior
  3. Indication
    1. Short term (12 weeks per year) Obesity Management
    2. Physician discretion for indication to continue
  4. DEA Controlled Substance
    1. Class IV (Limited dependence liability)
  5. Dosing
    1. Start: 8 mg PO tid
    2. Alternative: 15 to 37.5 mg PO qd 10 hours before sleep

Phentermine (C0031447)

Definition (MSH)A central nervous system stimulant and sympathomimetic with actions and uses similar to those of DEXTROAMPHETAMINE. It has been used most frequently in the treatment of obesity.
Definition (CSP)central nervous system stimulant and sympathomimetic with actions and uses similar to dextroamphetamine; used in the treatment of obesity.
ConceptsOrganic Chemical (T109) , Pharmacologic Substance (T121)
EnglishPhentermine, PHENTERMINE PREPARATION
Spanishfentermina
CreditsDerived from the NIH UMLS (Unified Medical Language System)



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