Phentermine

G.R.R.

I have been taking the generic 15mg capsules for about a month now and I've lost 8.5 lbs. I am very happy with that loss, since I am 50 years old, going through menopause and my metabolism had pretty much come to a screeching halt. However, with the phen, I can keep my food intake to around 1500 calories a day without feeling hungry. I tend to eat 5 small meals instead of 3 big ones. I do supplement with a multi-vitamin to make sure I get all of the nutrients I need, and I pretty much still eat what I like, but I eat it in much smaller portions, as I feel full more quickly. I've sometimes even gone all day without realizing I missed lunch... As far as the side effects, I had some problems the first two weeks with staying asleep, but my body seemed to regulate after a couple of weeks. I also had some minor chest pain for just a couple of days, like when I coughed or took a deep breath it hurt (but no tightness, shorness of breath or shooting pains that might indicate a heart attack) but again, that also regulated after a couple of days. I think it might have been a brief spike in my blood pressure, but it seems to be fine now.



I have also stepped up my exercise by getting on the treadmill or using the Wii Fit that my husband got me for my birthday this year. The additional exercise has really helped me out on another front as well, because I also have issues with arthritis and the exercise helps to keep me more limber so that I don't have to take the NSAIDs meds as often anymore. Overall, I am very happy with phentermine and will continue to take it as my doctor recommends.

G.R.R.

I have been taking the generic 15mg capsules for about a month now and I've lost 8.5 lbs. I am very happy with that loss, since I am 50 years old, going through menopause and my metabolism had pretty much come to a screeching halt. However, with the phen, I can keep my food intake to around 1500 calories a day without feeling hungry. I tend to eat 5 small meals instead of 3 big ones. I do supplement with a multi-vitamin to make sure I get all of the nutrients I need, and I pretty much still eat what I like, but I eat it in much smaller portions, as I feel full more quickly. I've sometimes even gone all day without realizing I missed lunch... As far as the side effects, I had some problems the first two weeks with staying asleep, but my body seemed to regulate after a couple of weeks. I also had some minor chest pain for just a couple of days, like when I coughed or took a deep breath it hurt (but no tightness, shorness of breath or shooting pains that might indicate a heart attack) but again, that also regulated after a couple of days. I think it might have been a brief spike in my blood pressure, but it seems to be fine now.

I have also stepped up my exercise by getting on the treadmill or using the Wii Fit that my husband got me for my birthday this year. The additional exercise has really helped me out on another front as well, because I also have issues with arthritis and the exercise helps to keep me more limber so that I don't have to take the NSAIDs meds as often anymore. Overall, I am very happy with phentermine and will continue to take it as my doctor recommends.

Mike

Trial and error. I've lost weight before on Phen then after a year put it back on which was completely ingnorant. You can build up a tolerance. My doctor recommends taking it for 2 months, go off for two weeks than back on...etc. It works great. So people leaving feedback say they aren't losing on 15MG, I'm a 210lb male and I'm on 30MG and could care less about eating.

jesseca

I'm about to start taking phentermine tomorrow. I feel that I am also having some trouble with my thyroid and I hope that the combination of this medication and a thyroid medication will stop my sudden weight gain.
I eat really healthy, I work out, I am 5'3" and held pretty steady between 130 and 140 for a couple years. But suddenly, with no change in diet or work out, I gained 15 pounds. I really hope phentermine will help me get back to a more normal size.

JessicaG.

Hi Everyone! My name is Jessica and I have used this med for several years on and off but mostly off. I have learned in this time that diet and walking makes it work wonders. I have been back on it for 16 days and have shedded 10.8 pounds. What keeps me motivate is i weigh EVERYDAY! I use the same scale and wear the same clothes, when you see the scale numbers moving down it puts a smile on your face, and starts your day off great. Some days it may only be a couple of tenths but it still loss. I have stuck to 1500 calories or less, i measure my foods and i don't eat out unless it is healthy. The first 2 weeks were the hardest but it helps. I have taken these pills many times but never lost like this, thats only because i stick to my calories, and to keep up with the calorie intake i have a APP on my phone, (Palm Pixi) Absolute Fitness, yes i paid 4.99 for it, but it helps a great bit. It also keep up with you BMI and Weight! I wish everyone luck, but in order for the weight to come off you will need to put a little effort with the pill. I only walk 20-30 minutes a day, and i have stopped eating fast foods. No sugar or SODAS!!!! I am a southern girl and love my sweet tea but now i use Splenda! GOOD LUCK to all!

anthonia

my name is anthonia, i have not taken the med before but i have friends that has and it worked for them. but am scared i don't know if it will prevent me from making babies, pls do give me answers because am 31 but my weight is 137kg i need serious help thank you.

rachel

I have been on phen about a week i dont know if i lost any weight but so far i really like it i feel like i have control of what i eat..and i control my portion sizes and i even feel healther and i have a lot of energy the only downside i am having trouble falling asleep...good luck everyone

Lady

I have been on Phentermine for a week and I still hungry everyday, and have actually gained 2lbs. What am i doing wrong?

Lady

I am a 27 weighting in at 254lbs 5’7. Today I started taking Phentermine. My ideal weight for now is 200lbs by Jan but long term would be around 170. I already drink a lot of water (at least a gallon a day) and excise 3x a week; my down fall is that I do eat whatever I want. I am a diabetic so I don’t eat a lot of sweets its more of soul food that I love. So I was wondering if there is advice that anyone can give me on what else I need to do.

dawn

I started Phentermine Oct.8,2010. I lost 13 ponds as of today. sometimes i get hungery, but for the most part it really curbs my hunger. i work diff. hours a my jod so when i work at 7am i take my pill at 10am like the doctor says. when i work later i take my pill a lilttle later. it works for me! so when im up later im not hungry. i like this pill so far :) THE ONLY DOWN SIDE IS THAT I GET DRY MOUTH.

sheila

I first started phentermine in 2007.. on and off, i lost lots of weight, and didnt keep up with my eating and stopped the pill where i gained all the weight. Last yr 2009 i decided to try it again for 4 months and loss lots of weight, and ive been going to the gym 3-4 times per week, im happy with this drug. my doctor said if while on this med. you feel good then your eating too much... i eat lunch and dinner. and have lots of water daily. i eat on a salad plate and at times i cnt even finish my meal... good luck to all

angie09

I started mine on sept 18 and lost 9 pounds in the first 10 days. I'm losing slower now but have lost a total of 20 pounds as of today. I take 30 mg once a day. I get a little bit hungry in the afternoon and eat an apple, that seems to be enough to hold me until supper. I have been writing down all food I eat and the calories. I have lowered my caloric intake to around 800-900 a day. I just can't eat that much anymore. I recommend sticking with it and watching what you eat. Good Luck to all!

Candace

HI! I have been on phentermine for 1 week now!! I have been eating ok and have been working out 3-4 times a week! I have not lost even one pound, im kinda bummed! :( I have had friends that have used tne med and have lost 5-7 lbs a week. I am on 15 mg once a day! I was wondering if maybe I need a higher dose for it to work for me? it does help control my hunger, but I'm find my self starving sometimes. Does anyone have any suggestions????? Thank you!

Nica

i went to a doctor in Miami and he gives his patients a diet plan and other pills along with the appetite suppresant.

Shaddyanne

It makes you not hungry with a ton of energy. You will not be able to sleep or eat. Your heart will beat fast. It's exactly like being on speed. You will become tolerance will increase and after awhile it won't work anymore. I suggest taking the smaller dosage at first every other day then increase as time goes by. Don't buy online from different countries it is fake. I can't find a Dr that will prescribe to me. They all say it's really bad for you and I can't afford to go to a diet clinic. The nock offs like Phentramine don't work the same and beware if you order it sometimes they automatically keep sending it to you and charging your credit card. >:( I lost 60lbs in 6 months with it. It motivated me to excersize and not eat.

Terria

My name is Terria. My doctor prescribed phentermine and I started today. I'm somewhat nevous because today I started off with the full feeling but about after 1:00 I became hungry... not extremely but hungry. I took the phentermine at 8am. Can anyone give me any feedback on their first day on phentermine? Is this normal? What type of diets are you following? Any additional feedback.

angie09

I am 48 years old today. I had a complete hysterectomy 2 years ago and gained 70 lbs. I have tried every diet and I exercise 3 to 5 times a week. I weighed 200.8 pounds last week when I saw my Dr. and got a perscription for Phentermine. I started it on 9/18 and I don't have much of an appetite anymore(I have to make myself eat) and I have all kinds of energy. I weigh 197 pounds today! That's 3 pounds in 3 days! I love this stuff! I am finally starting to get back on track(I needed a jump-start). I also started to measure all of my food and I write down everything that I put in my mouth and how many calories. I eat less than 1000 calories a day now. Good luck to everyone else!

Ariana

I live in nothern Vermont and I am having trouble finding a doctor that will prescribe me phentermine. I am 18, 5'4", and I weigh 247lbs at the moment. I should think that I qualify to get it considering I've been on two diets and work out fairly regularly but still haven't seen results... If anyone knows of a doctor in Vermont that would would be willing to prescribe phentermine to me please let me know. :) My email is arianapfaff@gmail.com it would be greatly appreciated.

Christy

I am 25 years old with 3 kids ages: 5,2, and 3 months. Before children my weight was between 165-170 and now im 235.6 pounds. I couldnt take it any more!!! So I started phentermine on 9/1/2010 weighing 235.6 and now as of today(which is not even a whole week) 9/6/2010 I weigh 225.3 pounds!!! WOW!!!! I've lost 10 pounds in 5 days! My goal is to lose a total of 50 pounds and I am so happy that this pill has worked for me. I dont crave food at all. Sometimes I forget to eat so I just grab a fruit or a small salad from mcdonald's. :) Its strange to go from a SUPER SIZED BIG MAC COMBO to a small salad and water. But I absolutely love it!!!

Pamela

I am 39 years old. I started phentermine on 2/12/10 and weighed 229 (ht 5'6). Today (9/2/10) I weigh 168. A total of 61 pounds lost. I also belong to OA (overeaters anonymous) and have expressed to others how much this pill has saved my life. I am a new person now and love life. I no longer live for food, I live to live. I have read all the good and bad about this drug. This drug has been out since 1959. Honestly, if it was all the bad that is being said, why is it still around 61 years later.