Adipex Side Effects

Side Effects to Report

There are a number of side effects with Adipex-P that you should report to your healthcare provider. These include but are not limited to:
 
  • High blood pressure (hypertension)
  • A rapid heart rate (tachycardia)
  • Signs of a life-threatening side effect known as primary pulmonary hypertension, such as:

 

    • Difficulty breathing
    • Chest pain
    • Fatigue or weakness
    • Dizziness or fainting
    • Ankle swelling
    • Blue lips or skin

 

  • More outgoing or aggressive behavior than normal
  • Strange behavior
  • Hallucinations (seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there)
  • Agitation or restlessness
  • Feelings of a rapidly or forcefully beating heart (known as heart palpitations)
  • A desire or need to take Adipex-P more frequently (or at a higher dose) than prescribed
  • Signs of an allergic reaction, including:

 

    • Unexplained rash
    • Hives
    • Itching
    • Unexplained swelling
    • Wheezing
    • Difficulty breathing or swallowing.
  

Final Thoughts

You may experience some or none of the side effects of Adipex-P listed in this article. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to tell if any particular side effect (such as insomnia) is actually caused by Adipex-P or other factors. Therefore, make sure to let your healthcare provider know if you develop any side effects while taking this medication or if something "just does not seem right." While it may not be a side effect, your healthcare provider will be able to diagnose and treat the problem.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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