Phentermine
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Drug class | Appetite suppressant |
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Other names | α-methyl-amphetamine; α,α-dimethylphenethylamine |
Elimination half-life | 25 hours, urinary pH-dependent |
Metabolism | Liver |
Addiction liability | Low |
Formula | C10H15N |
License data | US |
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ID | 2922115 |
About Phentermine
Phentermine, sold under the brand name Ionamin among others, is a medication used together with diet and exercise to treat obesity. It is taken by mouth for up to a few weeks. After a few weeks the beneficial effects no longer occur. It is also available as the combination phentermine/topiramate.