Should I Take Phentermine?

mandy · 09-25-2005, 04:07 PM

Hi,I m newbies here!My weight is 157lbs wif height 5'7" now..I cannot drop my weight to my ideal weight.I have try many of slimming products before.But the results make me so disapointed!I have try Xenical before but too embrassed,need to go toilet so often and sometimes passed out gas with oily..Cannot go anywhere,just stay at home when I took Xenical.
I need to drop extra 25lbs.This is my ideal weight for my height 5'7".Do I recommend to take Phentermine?I need some advice from you all here that already tried Phentermine..

**Back to 135** · 09-25-2005, 04:46 PM

We have identical stats. I'm 5'7" and was at 157.8 at the beginning of Setpemerber (see below). In July, I went to the doctor for a check-up. I wanted my thyroid checked. When I explained to my doctor that I was pretty much eating healthy and working out regularly with no results she prescribed Wellbutrin. I had weighed in at her office at 164. This was my heaviest weight ever (except when I was pregnant nine years ago). Yet, I was healthier and did more exercise that at any other point in my life?????. Wellbutrin is actually an anti-depressent, but one of the only side effects it has in many people is loss of weight. I was suprised, but tried it.

I took the Wellbutrin for 2 months. All through July I worked out hard - joined a boot camp - 4-5+ times a week and strickly watched my diet (6 meals protein/carbs each meal, etc.) I only lost 5 pounds, which I guess isn't bad, but gees, I did all that work and ate so litte.

I went back in to get a refill in the beginning of September and hadn't lost really any more weight. I was still working out regularly and a majority of the time watching what I ate. I weighed in at 157.8. She understood my frustration and prescribed phentermine for one month. I asked her to make it two, so I wouldn't have to come in again so soon.

I started taking it and, although my weight loss has not been as dramtic as others, I'm steadily decreasing. This is without working out. I'm eating between 1000 - 1300 calories a day and trying to get a good balance of protein/carbs and fat. Phentermine is an appetite suppresant, it is not a miracle worker. You still have to watch what you eat.

For some reason, when I started the phentermine, my drive to work out stopped. I subconscioulsy, may be be relying on the supressed appetite too much. I hope to start working out again next week, and expect it to help with the weight loss. I think it is vital that you work out while losing weight. You won't like your body if you don't anyway.

Well, that's my story so far. With the phentermine, fitday.com and this site, I've been extremely motivated and encouraged.

Phentermine will probably make you loopy and effect your sleeping. I denied it was the phentermine keeping me up, but I think I was lying to myself. Sometimes, I'm even a little shaky. I got a lot of headaches the first week and felt weak, but now the headaches are gone and I don't feel as weak.

I think each person is different. You have to make the call about phentermine. I think taking any type of medication is a big step, but it seems to be helping me.

Post what you decide to do. Even if you don't take the phentermine, you can still post your weightloss experience at this site. People will be very supportive.

**zoey** · 09-26-2005, 04:18 AM

Shiela is absolutely right. It's a choice you have to make on your own. I personally don't take anything but vitamins, but I understand that this is my choice not others. People here are very supportive either way. I have developed what I consider to be friendships here that I never would have before. It has really helped. Another thing Shiela mentioned that I want to second the motion on is fitday.com. Using the services there has made a huge difference in my success.

mandy · 09-26-2005, 07:53 AM

Thanks,sheila and zoey!Well,actually I already be a mom of two kids now.My pre-prgnancy weight was ideal weight for me,.But after give birth to my 2nd baby,I cant achieve my pre-pregnancy weight again,132lbs!Not only so ugly but also cannot fit my old clothes and pants!!THAt's make me feel desperated.
Hubby seem not said anything but I knew he care so much bout my figure.So I need to decide whether take phentermine or not.

**zoey** · 09-27-2005, 02:57 AM

What have you been trying for weight loss so far? Have you started any type of excercise program or diet? I personally think it's better to do it without medication if you can. Some people need the extra help, and some don't. You really should discuss the options with a professional if you can. If you don't have a personal doctor, most health departments have licenced nutritionalists that can help you make an informed decision on what's best for you.

mandy · 09-27-2005, 07:32 AM

I hv try diet before..Try to cut down no carbo foods,and just stick to protein and veggies make me straving all the time!So hard to follow!Well,I think I better ask help from my doc first as you told me!

**zoey** · 09-27-2005, 07:47 AM

That really would be best. Also, try not to go for any of those fad diets with some gimmick. Any diet that says no to a whole food group is not good. You have to have a balanced diet including carbs, protein, and fat. You cannot live any other way. I hope you find some good answers to get you started. We will help as much as we can, but you've got to start with a solid healthy plan first. If you want advice on how to balance your diet to help with your weight loss we can help you with that too.

brookey427 · 09-27-2005, 09:07 PM

I agree with not doing fad diets. I tried Atkins for a while and the weight melted off of me so fast, but I was horribly tired and watch out for the gas

Eating right and excersing are the best ways to loose and keep it off, not always the easiest, but the best. Using Phentermine has really helped me realize that I don't need huge portions of food. My problems is that I can eat more than 10 grown men :eek: RIDICULOUS!!
Good luck!