It is important to get the right Phentermine dosing information for an effective weight loss program. Remember,
The normal Oral Phentermine Dosages recommended for adults between the age of 16 and 60 are:
| Phentermine Capsules |
| 15 mg to 37.5 mg once a day before breakfast, or an hour or two after breakfast |
| Phentermine Tablets |
• 15 mg to 37.5 mg once a day before breakfast, or an hour or two after breakfast.
• You doctor may advise you to break the tablet into two smaller doses to be taken twice a day |
| Phentermine Capsules (Resin): |
| 15 mg to 30 mg taken once a day before breakfast |
Phentermine dosage in tablet form may be halved, but it is best taken as a whole (swallowed) without breaking or chewing. Phentermine is generally taken with a glass of water on an empty stomach.
Phentermine Dosing Caution:
- Phentermine Dosage is not recommended for children below 16 years of age.
- Adults above the age of 60 must consult a medical health practitioner to devise a fitting Phentermine dosage
- Always take Phentermine after consulting a doctor, as Phentermine is a habit forming drug with side effects
- Don’t increase the Phentermine dosage yourself, without talking to the doctor, when the Phentermine dosage doesn’t work for you even after a few weeks.
Phentermine Missed Doses:
If you miss a Phentermine dose, take it as soon as possible. However, you should skip the dose if you are close to the next Phentermine dosage. You need to avoid double dosing for a missed dose.
Phentermine Overdose:
If you suspect that a person has overdosed on Phentermine, immediately call 911, or the nearest poison control centre to handle the situation. Some of the common symptoms of Phentermine overdose are:
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Body cramps
- Aggressiveness
- Hallucination
- Irregular heartbeat
- Nausea
- Confusion
- Restlessness
- Tremors
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