[falconegirl]

Hi,

I just started taking phen today. I was given the 15mg capsules. I took 1 at around 12 noon today and already (3:36pm) Im feeling like Im "coming down"...drained.

I was concerned with the dosage when they gave it to me...but they said they start everyone with that mg.

Also, could it be that I work in an office...and am not moving around much?

[susanpesek]

Hi, FG, and welcome!
Not everyone 'feels' it. I know that it works on the 'feel- satisfied' area of the brain, a bit like Prozac. I had no idea it worked for me until 7 days after beginning it (many years ago) when I woke up feeling happier. The sun looked brighter.
With phentermine, the ONLY way I could tell I took it was that I was able to better control my eating, but...that's all it took!
Your doctor sounds like you are the first concern, which is wonderful.

[falconegirl]

Thank you so much Susan...I really appreciate your reply. Ive been posting on this website with no response...it was really discouraging me more.

I think I need to just keep on track, and everything will adjust.

[charmcityj]

Sorry you're feeling discouraged. Just keep it up and it will get better. Maybe you could try taking a quick walk during lunch to energize yourself? I know that when I'm feeling tired if I just do a quick lap around the block I feel more alert (and less hungry too for some reason).

good luck!!