Fight Obesity With Phentermine

In 2004 the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ranked obesity as the number one health threat facing America. Obesity currently results in an estimated 400,000 deaths annually. The impact of obesity on populations is felt globally. In barely a decade (1991-2001) the estimated number of adult obese worldwide has jumped from 200 million to more than 300 million. In addition, obesity is affecting children too.

Good health and obesity cannot go hand in hand. Simply put, obesity is a BMI (Body Mass Index measured by weight in kgs divided by height in meters squared) reading of over 30. It is when excess body fat is at such a level that it poses an adverse health risk. An overweight measurement falls between a BMI of 25 and 29.9.

Obesity is as much related to lifestyle disorders as hormonal imbalances. Drug therapy is commonly recommended for persons with a BMI > 30.

Phentermine diet pills are approved for the short-term treatment of obesity. Phentermine are prescription diet pills as opposed to the over-the-counter (OTC) pills and thus, should be taken strictly only on prescription by the doctor. Here are some facts about phentermine –

What is Phentermine?
Phentermine (pronounced FEN-ter-meen) is the brand name of the generic drug phentermine hydrochloride. It is also available under brand names Adipex-P, Obenix, Oby-Trim.

How does Phentermine Diet Pills work?
Phentermine increases the level of brain chemical serotonin, thereby acting as appetite suppressant and giving patients the sensation of being full.

Do Phentermine Diet Pills have any side effects?
Phentermine can cause some side effects in some patients. Most common of these include–
• dryness of the mouth
• trouble sleeping
• increased blood pressure
• irritability
• upset stomach
• changes in libido
• drowsiness
• nausea and unpleasant taste

The side effects of phentermine most often stop after a week or two of starting Phentermine. If side effects persist, consult your doctor.

Dietary Restrictions?
Phentermine works best with a strict diet regime. Follow the diet program charted out for you by your doctor.

Dosage?
Phentermine is a prescription drug. Therefore, it must be taken only as directed by your doctor. Over-dosage may result in mental confusion, hallucinations and panic states. Don’t panic if you missed your dose. Take it as soon as you remember it and do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.