PTM Tablets (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 it 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 period (up to 4 weeks). However, to reduce the risk of inappropriate use and associated risks, treatment may be continued if the patient achieves satisfactory weight loss within the first 4 weeks (weight loss of at least 1.8 kg or weight loss considered satisfactory by both the physician and the patient).

This medication should not be used in combination with other appetite suppressants. It must be used alone and only for a short period. If symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, fainting, or leg swelling occur during treatment, you must immediately inform your doctor. This medication may be associated with heart valve disease, so prolonged use at high doses should be avoided. Individuals with certain conditions such as advanced arteriosclerosis, cardiovascular diseases, severe hypertension, pulmonary hypertension, and hyperthyroidism should not take this medication. Additionally, patients with lactose intolerance or pregnant women should also avoid this medication. Diabetic or mildly hypertensive patients should use this with caution under their doctor's guidance. While taking this medication, symptoms of increased heart rate, anxiety, dizziness, and insomnia may occur. Side effects like dry mouth, indigestion, hives, and changes in sexual function may also occur. When starting this medication, begin with the minimum dose, and if tolerance develops, do not increase the dose but discontinue use. This medication may cause drowsiness or decreased concentration, so caution should be taken when driving or operating hazardous machinery. Taking it with alcohol may exacerbate side effects, so it should be avoided. Pregnant or breastfeeding women must decide whether to take this medication after consulting with a doctor. Children, particularly those under 16, should not take this medication. In case of overdose, serious symptoms such as anxiety, coma, seizures, abnormal blood pressure, and vomiting may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and used cautiously due to the potential for abuse.

Primary pulmonary hypertension, valvular heart disease with regurgitation, palpitations, tachycardia, increased blood pressure, overstimulation, anxiety, dizziness, insomnia, malaise, euphoria, tremors, headache, psychiatric seizures, thirst, unpleasant taste, diarrhea, constipation, other gastrointestinal disturbances, urticaria, erectile dysfunction, changes in sexual drive, anxiety, coma, rebound tachycardia, increased respiration, confusion, hallucinations, aggression, panic state, seizures in case of fatal intoxication, coma, death, extreme fatigue, depression, arrhythmia, hypertension, hypotension, circulatory shock, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, severe skin diseases, hypersensitivity, hyperfunction, changes in personality, schizophrenia-like mental disorders

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is advisable to maintain storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle