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Can Phentermine Medication Be Used As A Weight Loss Pill?

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Posted on Mon, 2 Mar 2015
Question: I had a mild heart attack back in 2005. i have had no problems occurring. I was successful in my weight loss back in early 2005 but now I am five two and now almost 160 pounds. This etra poundage cannot be do me anygood,. Again no health problems since1995,,, Is is safe to use the phentermine medicatiom wth my exerice and being)( trying ) to be deligent in what I eat. Your opinion on this matter? mlf
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Answered by Dr. Praveen (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
GLP analogue next to lifestyle

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear.Thanks for your query.

I deeply understand your concerns and appreciate your interest to strike a balanced and healthy weight.

I would not suggest phentermine as a weight loss pill since it does not have a promising cardiovascular safety(can cause high BP, palpitations and repeat heart attack).Studies on cardiovascular safety outcomes are ongoing on recent weight loss therapies(lorcaserin, liraglutide etc) and results are awaited.

Since you have had a mild heart attack in your past, personally I prefer lifestyle modification(diet/exercise) which you have already adopted in a good way.A balanced lifestyle will help check excess weight gain.If I have to choose a drug then I would prefer GLP analogue(liraglutide) and monitor your heart health periodically.This is recently approved by USFDA.

Hope this answers your query.
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Can Phentermine Medication Be Used As A Weight Loss Pill?

Brief Answer: GLP analogue next to lifestyle Detailed Answer: Hi dear.Thanks for your query. I deeply understand your concerns and appreciate your interest to strike a balanced and healthy weight. I would not suggest phentermine as a weight loss pill since it does not have a promising cardiovascular safety(can cause high BP, palpitations and repeat heart attack).Studies on cardiovascular safety outcomes are ongoing on recent weight loss therapies(lorcaserin, liraglutide etc) and results are awaited. Since you have had a mild heart attack in your past, personally I prefer lifestyle modification(diet/exercise) which you have already adopted in a good way.A balanced lifestyle will help check excess weight gain.If I have to choose a drug then I would prefer GLP analogue(liraglutide) and monitor your heart health periodically.This is recently approved by USFDA. Hope this answers your query.