Phentermine, Tenuate or Bontril are used to reduce of often totally eliminate your appetite. Wellbutrin XL is sometimes added to reduce cravings and psychological overeating, just as it can help smokers quit smoking. That means eating due to stress, boredom or eating due to cravings for sweets, chocolate, or any other cravings.
Dr. Hamm has personally been prescribing Phentermine for 16 years, and has NEVER witnessed a side effect of any degree of seriousness, or of a permanent nature. This is based on his experience alone. As with ANY medication, or rare occasion, anything is possible. Dr. Hamm simply has not seen it. But at the same time, consider the benefits. These would include greatly improved health, as well as feeling much better physically and mentally. The benefits are huge.
Phentermine has been on the U.S. market for about 50 years, which is very impressive for any drug! Consider the many drugs that have been removed by the FDA. After 50 years of use, Phentermine remains "safe and effective" and continues to remain on the market.
There are some possible side effects, but in my experience they have always been mild and transient. Some patients may experience slight tremulousness, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, slightly elevated pulse or difficulty sleeping. These almost always abate after a few weeks.
