Phenteramine-Topirmate: Extended release capsule for adults. For short term use. Reduces food intake by causing early satiety. Known to enhance weight loss in the first year of use. It works by decreasing appetite and by causing feelings of fullness to last longer after eating.
Phentermine is in the class of drugs called “anorectics”, also known as appetite suppressants, and has been used consistently for medical weight management since it was first approved in 1959. Phentermine is indicated for short term use (a few weeks) for patients with a initial BMI* of 30 or more (obese) or 27 or more (overweight) with at least one weight-related condition such as controlled high blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol and should be used in combination with regular exercise and a reduced-calorie diet.