Weight loss is a goal shared by many in our current day. Unfortunately, excessive weight gain can be caused by a number of external factors such as diet, genetics, illness, and more. In the face of this ever present condition, a collection of medicine and drugs are made present to the public that can combat the nationwide obesity affliction. Phentermine is one such drug.
Odds are, if you’ve sought help with your weight loss goals before, you’re at least familiar with Phentermine at a base level. Of course, it helps to know just what to expect before delving into any kind of treatment, obesity related or otherwise. Fortunately, our team has broken down the three most important questions you need answered before seeking out the appetite-suppressant drug.
How Does Phentermine Work?
First and foremost, knowing what you’re putting in your body is integral. In short, Phentermine is an orally taken anti-suppressant that is categorized in the sympathomimetic family of drugs, meaning it influences the way the brain’s chemistry functions. After ingestion, the drug will bind to the receptors of the hypothalamus gland of the brain, resulting in a diminishing appetite.
This may sound exciting for someone who struggles regularly with portion control and the like, however, it’s important to understand that Phentermine is designed for short term use only and in conjunction with proper diet and exercise. Prolonged usage can result in addiction and withdrawal symptoms.
What Are the Benefits of Phentermine?
Of course, Phentermine wouldn’t be an actively sought out treatment if it didn’t come with a few benefits. The first and most immediately embraced benefit being weight loss, the appetite suppressant promotes healthy eating habits that can easily continue in the future. Furthermore, stimulants like caffeine have no effect on the weight loss results after a patient is taken off of Phentermine, meaning those who have gone through with the regimen can more seamlessly slip back into their old routine once their dosage is complete.
Another benefit to chalk up on the pros list is that Phentermine doesn’t result in lethargy and excessive sleepiness like most other weight loss prescriptions.
Is Phentermine the Right Choice For You?
Arguably the most important question: can you specifically derive benefits from Phentermine treatments? It’s important to undergo a little introspection and ask yourself how well you can expect yourself to stick to a restricted diet and an exercise routine. Phentermine is by no means a fix-all and can only draw the best results if its recipient is willing to adopt the lifestyle changes that come with it.
Conclusion
If you feel you’re ready to cut the weight that’s been holding you back and also know you can hold yourself accountable for the diet and exercise needed to see results, Phentermine might be the right choice for you! Always be sure to discuss your choice with a specialist and arm yourself with the knowledge necessary to achieve the best results.
BeLite can help patients translate emerging obesity-medicine evidence into an individualized plan that considers efficacy, tolerability, nutrition, muscle preservation, long-term maintenance, and access.BeLite Medical Center has provided physician-supervised medical weight management in Fairfax, Virginia since 1995. Our clinic offers in-person medical supervision — with the ability to adjust medications and monitor your progress in real time — that fully virtual services cannot match.Booking appointments is simple with our online scheduling portal, available 24/7. You can also call or text us at (703) 359-9200, or email belitemed@gmail.com. We offer free consultations for new patients — if you choose not to enroll, there is no charge. We serve patients across Virginia, Maryland, Washington D.C., the DMV area, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Patients do not sign treatment contracts and can stop coming at any time
Medical Disclaimer
This blog post is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is not intended to substitute for consultation with a licensed healthcare provider. Readers should not use this information to diagnose or treat a medical or health condition without consulting an appropriately qualified healthcare professional. Any reliance on the information in this blog is at the readers own risk. Individual weight loss results vary based on personal health status and adherence to medical advice. No doctor-patient relationship is created by accessing or reading this content.
Reviewed by Richard Rothman, MD, PhD — Medical Director, BeLite Medical Center.
About Richard B Rothman MD, PhD, Medical Director, BeLite Medical Center
Dr. Rothman is the Medical Director of BeLite Medical Center, which has been helping patients lose weight in the Northern Virginia area since 1996. Board certified in Psychiatry, Dr. Rothman earned his M.D. and Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Virginia in 1982.