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Phentermine is an appetite suppressant which is a kind of stimulant (psychiatric drug).

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

Appetite suppressant

Brands

Ionamin • Fastin

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Restlessness
Tremor
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Dysphoria
Foul taste in mouth
Euphoria
Shaking hands or tremor

Serious

Drug problems
Heart palpitations
Illegal drug abuse

Treats

Obesity
Condition

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