Phentacin Tablets (Phenmetrazine Tartrate)

Adult dose

As Phenmetrazine Tartrate, 35 mg is administered orally 2 to 3 times a day 1 hour before meals. The dosage should use the minimum effective dose but may be adjusted individually for proper responses. For some patients, 17.5 mg once a day may be adequate. The dosage should not exceed 70 mg per dose or more than 3 times a day. This drug is to be administered for a short period (within 4 weeks). Weight loss

This drug should only be used alone as serious heart conditions may occur if used with other appetite suppressants. This drug should only be used for a short duration when treating exogenous obesity and taking other weight-loss medications is unsafe. Prolonged use of this drug can significantly increase the risk of serious pulmonary vascular disease known as pulmonary hypertension. If symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, fainting, or leg swelling occur during exercise, stop taking the medication immediately and seek medical evaluation. A cardiac evaluation is needed before administration due to risks associated with heart valve diseases; individuals with heart murmurs or valve diseases should avoid this drug. This drug is contraindicated in people with certain heart diseases, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, glaucoma, anxiety disorders, and a history of drug abuse. Also, this drug should not be taken by children under 16 years or by pregnant women or women who may become pregnant. Patients with mild hypertension, nursing women, and diabetic patients should exercise special caution when using this drug, and diabetic patients may need adjustments to their insulin dosage. This drug may cause increased or irregular heartbeats, anxiety, insomnia, dizziness, headaches, gastrointestinal disturbances, changes in sexual function, rapid urination, urinary retention, and erectile dysfunction. If tolerance develops, do not increase the dose but discontinue use, and caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. In cases of overdose, severe anxiety, coma, seizures, blood pressure changes, and vomiting may occur, requiring immediate treatment. This drug should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children, as it is classified as a controlled substance with potential for abuse. Sudden cessation after prolonged high-dose use may cause extreme fatigue and depression, hence the dosage should be tapered off under medical direction.

Serious side effects

Rash, peripheral edema (possible pulmonary hypertension), exercise-related shortness of breath, symptoms of angina, fainting (possible pulmonary hypertension)

Mild side effects

Palpitations, tachycardia, increased blood pressure, overexcitement, anxiety, dizziness, insomnia, tremors, euphoria, headache, psychiatric disorders occurring infrequently at recommended doses, agitation, flushing, sweating, blurred vision, dry mouth, discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, abdominal pain, changes in sexual drive, increased urination, urinary retention, erectile dysfunction

This drug may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is advisable to keep the storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature. This will help maintain the drug's effectiveness for a long period.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

For domestic use - 30 tablets/bottle, For domestic use - 300 tablets/bottle