Hutermin (Phentermine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 37.5 mg of phentermine hydrochloride orally once daily, before breakfast or 1 ～ 2 hours after breakfast. Use the lowest effective dose, adjusting the dose individually to achieve an adequate response. A dose of 18.75 mg once daily may be appropriate for some patients, while in some cases it may be preferable to take 18.75 mg twice daily. Avoid taking this medicine late at night because it may cause insomnia. This medicine should be administered for a short term (within 4 weeks). However, to reduce the risk of inappropriate use, treatment may be continued if the patient achieves satisfactory weight loss within the first 4 weeks (at least 1.8 kg of weight loss, or weight loss considered satisfactory by both the physician and patient).

This medication should not be used in conjunction with other appetite suppressants. It should only be used alone for short periods for weight control. Using this medication along with other weight loss drugs is not recommended as safety and efficacy have not been established. Although rare, serious pulmonary vascular conditions such as pulmonary arterial hypertension may occur when using this medication, so if symptoms like shortness of breath, chest pain, fainting, or leg swelling develop, immediate medical consultation is necessary. There is also a risk associated with heart valve diseases, so prolonged high-dose administration or use with other appetite suppressants should be avoided. Patients with advanced atherosclerosis, heart disease, severe hypertension, pulmonary arterial hypertension, hyperthyroidism, glaucoma, mental anxiety states, or a history of substance abuse should not use this medication. Additionally, individuals with an allergy to this medication, congenital lactose intolerance, children under the age of 16, and women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not use it. Patients with diabetes or mild hypertension should carefully monitor their blood sugar control and blood pressure status when using this medication. Overdosing on this medication can lead to serious symptoms such as anxiety, coma, tremors, hallucinations, irregular heartbeat, blood pressure abnormalities, and vomiting, so caution is warranted. When first taking the medication, start with the minimum dose, and if tolerance develops, do not increase the dose without consulting a professional. Care should be taken when driving or operating hazardous machinery due to the central nervous system effects of this medication. This medication may exacerbate side effects when taken with alcohol, so it should be avoided. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult with a physician before use due to potential risks to the fetus or infant. This medication is classified as a narcotic with potential for abuse, so it must be used strictly according to medical instructions, and prolonged use may lead to psychological dependence and serious mental health symptoms. Keep this medication out of the reach of children to prevent safety accidents.

• Primary pulmonary hypertension
• regurgitant heart valve disease
• palpitations
• tachycardia
• increased blood pressure
• overstimulation
• anxiety
• dizziness
• insomnia
• discomfort

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White to off-white oval tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets PTP x 3), 28 tablets (14 tablets PTP x 2), 100 tablets/bottle