User Reviews for phendimetrazine tartrate oral

This medicine has worked for me, but not sure if its causing memory loss.....

Originally I lost 8 lbs. in the first 8-10 days of using this drug but then nothing more after. I also went in for my annual GYN appointment and discovered my blood pressure is on the high end - I've never had high blood pressure. I stopped taking this drug cold turkey. I'm experiencing some headaches and the feeling of rapid heartbeat/tightness in the chest (after a week of stopping). I pray this isn't a permanent side effect from taking this medication.

I have been on this for only one week and have lost 9 pounds. I did feel a little jittery at first I would say the first day or two ( as I fully expected with any appetite suppressants ) I do definitely feel the increase in energy and it does work to suppress your appetite. I mean I used to be able to eat just about any amount of food without getting the feeling that I was full or that was enough. Since I started this I have decreased the amount of food that I am eating because I get that "full feeling". I am still very new with the diet and hope that if this has started out this successful than it will end the same! Good luck to anyone who does make the decision to get on this medication and LOOSE WEIGHT!!Read More Read Less

I have been using this medication for 2 weeks now and feel awesome. I have lost 14 lbs and have about 100 to go. It has given me energy and have not had any side effects to date. I am under a Dr's care with it and being monitored weekly.

I would like to know what I can get over the counter that is close to it.

I have been using this medication since the first of the year and have lost 32 pounds. I have never had such fabulous results with anything else, and I have tried everything.

On a medically supervised plan, lost 60 lbs in 4 mos. Felt fine, but on mos 6 went for GYN appt and Dr noticed heart murmur that was not there the mo before for my annual physical. I did read heart valve problems as a low possible side effect. Coincidence?

I took this medicine in 2001 and lost about 30 lbs in about four months. I gained a little back (I was to small) and I looked great. In 05 I had gall bladder surgery and I kept gaining weight. I have taken the pills off and on since the first weight loss and have not stuck to them consistently to see the same results. Today 6/12/08 I am going back on for real, and I know its all about diet and exercise. The pill just helps you keep with a 1000-1200 calorie a day diet + energy. The pill does keep u up if u take it late, and I have experienced heart flutters in the past, but it seemed to only be when I was really hungre...(dont know what that was about.) This pill works and I never write reviews. Just eat better and exercise at least 30 min. First time I lost I didnt exercise that much, but the longer your on the meds u have to work harder. The pills don't work as easy as the first time. Hope was helpfullRead More Read Less

I have been taking this medication for two weeks. I have lost a total of 14.5lbs under a medically supervised weight loss program and don't feel any adverse side effects. I am pleasantly surprised.

It increases anxiety, I made me feel like I could not breath on this medication causing me to have a panic attack.

On Monday May 19, 2008 I started taking Phendimetrazine 35mg. I was nervous and skeptical. I weighed in at 212 lbs. Today Sunday May 25, 2008 I have lost almost 12 lbs. I take a pill an hour before each meal and so far it’s never made me jittery which I was afraid of it doing. I’m following my doctor’s plan – no more than 4grams of Carbs and no more than 2 grams of saturated fats and not to eat anything with “ose” in the ingredients. You eat 100 grams of protein a day and I now can have vegetables with my protein. My doctor also gave me a list of foods that are safe such as cucumbers, lettuce, and sugar free jello to eat which I can eat anytime I want. Included was a list of fast foods that I can eat from different fast food restaurants. I’m really excited to see what my results will be in a month. I didn’t think this was going to work at first…but now I’m a believer. Of course I’ll have to write a review when it’s time for me to get off the Phendimetrazine. I also got a B12 shot. I felt a little warm/ flushed when I received the shot. I woke up the next morning at 5am and felt great and ready to begin my weight loss program. If you’re considering this method keep a positive outlook and know you can do it!!! Read More Read Less

I have been on this medication now for a week. Prior to this medication I had concerns since I have a history of a rapid heart beat however, this medication has not increased my heart rate and has completely erased all my cravings. Together with diet and exercise I have lost 4 pounds.

I have lost 101.4 lbs in 8 months 1 week. I never felt like I was taking anything. I never noticed any change in how I felt at all except I think I must not be as hungry and don't seem to crave anything. It has been easy to stick to the diet and I have the energy to exercise as well. I am going to Medizone Clinic weekly and can't tell you what a difference this has made in my life. I have 20 lbs more to go to reach my ideal weight of 130. I have done every diet there is and this program is the best. I am no longer on a diet. This is how I eat and I love it. The diet is based on the book the Zone. Read More Read Less

I have lost 54 lbs. so far with about 20lbs. to go. I have not tryed to stop takeing the pil after starting. That is yet to come when I reach my desired weight. I am under a drs. care.

I started using this medication on 01/22/2008 and I have lost 37 pounds, I am very please and I will continue until I reach my goal.

I have lost almost 50 pounds 5 months (size 18 to a size 4). I fully believe I wouldn't have been this successful without this drug. I NEVER diet because I have no will-power, but this medication allowed me to stick with my diet EVEN THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS! Not only do I feel like it curbed by appetite, I also think it dulls cravings. Since the drug is so effective at curbing your hunger, you do need to be conscious of your need to eat (at least small amounts) regularly whether you are hungry or not. My husband & I did this diet together and were instructed by the doctor not to eat unless we were "hungry". We learned quickly that our bodies tell us we are hungry by more than our stomachs growling. I've learned that when my brain "stops working" (can't think clearly, easily) I need to eat, regardless of whether I FEEL hungry. I saw another reviewer describe what they termed "short term memory loss" (losing keys, forgetting things, etc) as a side-effect. The reveiwer went on to say that doctor said this was not a known side-effect others had experienced. I think the pill was effectively keeping this reviewer from being hungry, but the lack (amount and/or frequency) of food was preventing proper brain function. If you take the pills, eat regularly and DON'T try to live off protein alone. This is great for a few days, but you need carbs (unstarchy vegetables are best) to function.Read More Read Less

Here;s the bottom line - I did lose weight. BUT I experienced very fluttery heart beats, scary rapid heart rate, dizzy blurry vision - scared so much I went and had a whole series of heart exams. We need to be very careful with this drug!

some people say I have an addiction to dieting. I have tried most all diet pills at least 1 time. I need to lose about 20 lbs. I have been taking this pill for 8 weeks now. I have only lost 3 lbs.

I have tried several programs to lose weight. I lose but put it back on. I don't even have the engery to excerise. I have been on this medication since 2/4/08 today is 2/13/08 and I've lost 12 lbs. It has at least given me hope. Even the small amount of 12 lbs has made a difference. I am sticking with it as long as I can.