Adipex – Side Effects

Adipex Side Effects – An Introduction

Just as with any other drug, there are likely occurrences of side effects on taking Adipex-P® (phentermine). But, not all the people taking this drug will develop side effects. In reality, a lot of people tolerate it rather well. In the majority of cases, occurrence of side effects is due to Adipex-P overdose.

Adipex – Common Side Effects

There have been through studies on Adipex-P clinical trials. During these studies, a group of people using the drug who developed side effects were documented and evaluated to the group of people not using this drug. In this manner, it can be ascertained the type of side effects that occur, their frequency of occurrence and how they can be compared to the group not using this drug.

In case of newer drugs, data of the precise percentage of people developing side effects is available. But, for the older drugs, for instance, Adipex-P, data is unavailable.

As per the studies, some of the side effects while taking Adipex include:

* Atypical feeling of happiness (euphoria)
* Unusual feelings of depression (despair)
* Dry mouth
* Constipation
* Sleeplessness
* Unpleasant taste
* Hyperactivity
* Sexual problems
* Agitation
* Diarrhea
* Dizziness.

Adipex – Reported Side Effects

There can be numerous side effects while using Adipex-P that you need to inform your doctor. Some of them are listed below, though it is not an exhaustive list:

* A rapid heart rate (known as tachycardia)
* High blood pressure (known as hypertension)
* A craving or requirement to have Adipex-P at higher dosage or more often than prescribed
* Indication of a life-threatening side effect that is known as primary pulmonary hypertension, for instance:
o Trouble in breathing
o Chest pain
o Blue lips or skin
o Weakness or fatigue
o Dizziness
o Swelling of ankles
o Fainting

* Odd behavior
* Aggressive behavior
* Restlessness
* Hallucinations
* Rapid or forceful heart beat (known as heart palpitations)
* Any allergy, such as:
o Inexplicable rash
o Itching
o Unexplained swelling
o Hives
o Wheezing
o Trouble in breathing
o Difficulty in swallowing.

Adipex Side Effects – Summing Up

It is possible that you experience a few or none of the side effects mentioned above on using Adipex-P. Sadly, it is difficult to ascertain if a specific side effect, for instance, insomnia is caused by the use of Adipex-P or due to some other factors. Hence, let your doctor know in case you develop any of the mentioned side effects after taking this drug. Even though it may not necessarily be a side effect, your doctor can diagnose and recommend treatment for the problem.