Is Phentermine Safe?

By Leonardo Theiss

Safe Is Phentermine Safe?
Phentermine is closely akin to amphetamines. It is an approved appetite suppressant that is usually used to assist obese people meet weight loss objectives. It's a powerful drug and does help people lose weight, but without healthy habits, the weight quickly returns. There are serious side effects associated with phentermine that only a doctor can help you assess.

Because of the risks associated with phentermine, it is usually prescribed for people who are experiencing health problems because of their weight. They, along with their doctor, have made the decision that taking phentermine is worth the risks. Like all amphetamines, phentermine can be addictive and has the potential for abuse.

Phentermine will make you feel like you don't need to eat or that you only need to eat a little. Phentermine can create a feeling of euphoria and increases energy levels. However, this often causes insomnia and sleep deprivation which can lead to extreme changes in personal behavior.
After a short time, the body builds up a tolerance to phentermine and it seems to stop working.

Although phentermine is available online without a prescription, this is not recommended. The ease with which it can be obtained is risky. Proper medical supervision is essential to avoid potential damage to health and well-being. Phentermine is capable of causing irreversible damage to your body. The heart and organs can be so severely damaged death may result.

An internet search for phentermine will quickly lead to endless glowing testimonials from people who took phentermine and lost a bunch of weight in a short time. This is quite possible. However, it is only half of the story. These same women fail to mention the mood swings, chest pains, tremors and irregular heartbeat they also experienced while taking the drug.

It's possible to overdose on phentermine. This is not uncommon when a user is trying to recapture the euphoric high they experienced when they first started on the drug. However, like any amphetamine, phentermine can be quickly overdosed, resulting in auditory and visual hallucinations, paranoia, headaches, chest pains and seizures, loss of vision, extreme nausea, vomiting and possibly death.

It is unfortunate that advertising has created an expectation that we should all be slim and beautiful. This is nothing more than a manipulation of social values that make many people feel inadequate. Of course, this is done to sell us stuff, but the truth is we don't need it. We are complete and whole and miraculous just as we are, regardless of how big our belly is.

There is no quick fix to weight loss. If you take phentermine and lose weight, it will only stay off if you have a healthy relationship with food and consistent physical activity. To lose weight, be your own best friend and commit to being good to yourself no matter what. Honor your body with healthy food and fun activities. Be patient, significant change take time.


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