Lose Weight With ****
****, more specifically **** P, is one of the many brand names for the generic drug phentermine. It is an amphetamine that has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration as an appetite suppressant. Phentermine was first approved by the FDA in 1959 and it has been sold in various forms ever since. The following steps will show lose weight with ****.
Instructions
1. Combine **** with a program of behavior modification, diet and exercise. It is usually prescribed for patients who are obese and at a significant health risk because of their weight.
2. Use **** for a short period of time as recommended by the FDA. This is usually interpreted as a maximum of 12 weeks to avoid developing a tolerance for it. This limit is controversial because some studies have shown that **** retained its effectiveness for much longer periods.
3. Understand the mechanism for ****'s effect as an appetite suppressant. Like other amphetamines, it stimulates the brain to release neurotransmitters such as dopamine, epinephrine and norepinephrine. The chemicals cause a fight-or-flight response in the body that terminates the hunger signal.
4. Observe the contraindications of ****. You should not take **** if you are allergic to any of the sympathomimetics or are already taking a similar substance. **** is also contraindicated if you have glaucoma, hypertension or an overactive thyroid.
5. Watch for side effects of ****. It is generally well tolerated but it commonly increases the heart rate and blood pressure. **** is also a schedule IV drug, which means it has some potential for addiction.
