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Adipex-P (Phentermine Hydrochloride) - Summary

 

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ADIPEX-P SUMMARY

ADIPEX-P® (Phentermine Hydrochloride USP, 37.5 mg) CIV

ADIPEX-P®, an anorectic agent for oral administration, is available as a capsule or tablet containing 37.5 mg of phentermine hydrochloride (equivalent to 30 mg ofphentermine base).

ADIPEX-P® (phentermine hydrochloride) is indicated as a short-term (a few weeks) adjunct in a regimen of weight reduction based on exercise, behavioral modification and caloric restriction in the management of exogenous obesity for patients with an initial body mass index >/=30 kg/m2, or >/=27 kg/m2 in the presence of other risk factors (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia).

Below is a chart of Body Mass Index (BMI) based on various heights and weights.

BMI is calculated by taking the patient's weight, in kilograms (kg), divided by the patient's height, in meters (m), squared. Metric conversions are as follows: pounds ÷ 2.2 = kg; inches × 0.0254 = meters.

The limited usefulness of agents of this class (see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY) should be measured against possible risk factors inherent in their use.

ADIPEX-P NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

Media Articles Related to Adipex-P (Phentermine)

Appetite Decreased And Weight Loss Promoted By Blocking Brain Enzyme
Source: Biology / Biochemistry News From Medical News Today [2008.05.07]

Dairy Products, Weight Loss And Misleading Advertisements
Source: Nutrition / Diet News From Medical News Today [2008.05.05]

Weight Loss Possible When Self-belief High
Source: Nutrition / Diet News From Medical News Today [2008.05.02]

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Source: Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News From Medical News Today [2008.04.21]

Weight Loss
Source: MedicineNet Hypoglycemia Specialty [2008.03.18]

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Published Studies Related to Adipex-P (Phentermine)

Randomised trial of intravenous infusion of ephedrine or mephentermine for management of hypotension during spinal anaesthesia for Caesarean section. [2005.01]

Effects of tyrosine, phentermine, caffeine D-amphetamine, and placebo on cognitive and motor performance deficits during sleep deprivation. [2003.08]

A comparison of tyrosine against placebo, phentermine, caffeine, and D-amphetamine during sleep deprivation. [2003.08]

Chronic treatment with phentermine combined with fenfluramine lowers plasma serotonin. [2000.04.01]

Echocardiographic improvement over time after cessation of use of fenfluramine and phentermine. [1999.12]

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Clinical Trials Related to Adipex-P (Phentermine)

A Study to Examine the Safety, Tolerability, and Body Weight Effect of Pramlintide Alone and in Combination With Oral Antiobesity Agents in Overweight and Obese Subjects

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Page last updated: 2008-05-07

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