Appetite suppressants are attractive because they quickly reduce appetite, but they are also socially controversial and therefore should be used cautiously.
If you're confused about whether you can eat it or how to eat it safely, this guide will help.

 

What are appetite suppressants? — Understanding the principles of powerful effects

Appetite suppressants commonly prescribed at diet clinics are
Phentermine series (Dietamine, Adipax) ,
Phendimetrazine series (Purina, Anslim) There is a back.

 

These drugs Strongly stimulates the appetite center of the brain, reducing appetite It works in a commanding manner.
It may feel good because the effect is fast and strong, but

that It is managed as a medical narcotic due to the risk of misuse. It's happening.

Important points:
As the classic principle of pharmacology goes, we must remember that “any medicine can be poisonous depending on the dose.”

 

Why the government is limiting the duration of appetite suppressant use

The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety manages appetite suppressants under the 'short-term prescription principle.'

• Basic recommendations: Prescription within 4 weeks

• Maximum continuous prescription limit: within 12 weeks

• Exception: When the weight loss effect is significant. Up to 3 months

This limitation is Drug dependence and cardiovascular side effects It is a safety device to reduce .
That means it is not a drug that can be taken lightly like regular medicine.

 

What side effects can occur?

🔹 Short-term side effects (common symptoms that occur immediately after taking the drug)

• Dry mouth

• Insomnia

• Tremors and palpitations

• headache

• Mood swings (irritability in women, irritability in men)

When this change appears Signals requiring capacity adjustment It could be.

🔹 Long-term side effects (when taken for a long time)

• high blood pressure

• pulmonary hypertension

• Erectile dysfunction

• Anxiety and depression

• Memory loss (complaints such as “I can think of things, but I can’t say them”)

If symptoms persist or worsen, you must Weight loss or discontinuation consultation I need this.

 

How to use appetite suppressants safely

Appetite suppressants Must be prescribed after consultation at a hospital I have to accept it.
Medicine obtained through other routes is dangerous.

Here are some safe usage strategies recommended by medical professionals:

✔️ Safe use principles

1. Increase slowly from the minimum dose

2. Use only the minimum amount you need

3. Do not use with obesity supplements such as diuretics and tranquilizers.

4. Use together with exercise and improved diet to maintain effectiveness.

5. After rapid weight loss
   Sometimes it is changed to a drug that can be prescribed for a long period of time (e.g., Saxenda, Qsymia, Contrave, etc.)

Draft Standard: Qsymia is known to be available for prescription for up to one year.

 

Who should not take it?

If you meet the conditions below, you should avoid taking it.

❗Taboo/Cautionary Notes

• People who are overly sensitive to caffeine

• unstable psychological state

• If you have a habit of vomiting after eating

• People with severe insomnia

• If you have experienced severe side effects such as insomnia or excitement when taking the drug in the past

• Under 18 years of age, elderly (must consult a doctor)

• If you are pregnant/breastfeeding or may become pregnant

• uncontrolled hypertension

• history of drug abuse

• untreated hyperthyroidism

• Cardiovascular disease/arteriosclerosis

• glaucoma

the other side, Controlled diabetes and mild hypertension The back is
It is also administered cautiously after consultation with a doctor.

 

“I feel better and can concentrate better” → This is actually a warning sign.

If you feel more excited or have better concentration after taking an appetite suppressant,
It's not 'it fits well' Signs that you are vulnerable to addiction It could be.

In such cases, there is a tendency to want more medicine.
This may increase the risk of dependence.

✔️ Standard for appropriate dosage

• The usual amount of food A level that can be adjusted to about 1/2

• If you experience insomnia or palpitations, Need to lose weight

All of the intake, reduction, and discontinuation
It is important to proceed step by step through consultation with your doctor. do.

Final summary

Appetite suppressants are effective Although the drug is very powerful, it also has a high risk of side effects and dependence. are you.

• Short-term use principle

• Maintain minimum capacity

• Medical consultation is required

• Immediately adjust if side effects occur

• Check the contraindications carefully

If you want to manage your weight without harming your health
It is better to consider ‘medication help + lifestyle improvement’ together.

If necessary, consult with a professional to find a safe approach that suits you.