Phentermine Warnings and Precautions (Cont.)

Who Should Not Take Phentermine?

You should not take phentermine if you:
 
  • Are allergic to phentermine or any inactive components used to make phentermine.
     
  • Have a heart condition, including heart disease or atherosclerosis (also known as hardening of the arteries).
     
  • Have moderate to severe high blood pressure (hypertension).
     
  • Are severely agitated or nervous.
     
  • Have an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
     
  • Have glaucoma (a condition of the eye).
     
  • Have a history of drug abuse.
     
  • Have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) within the past 14 days. MAOIs include:

 

 

Phentermine Warnings and Precautions: Final Thoughts

There are a number of situations in which phentermine should not be taken, along with several precautions and warnings people should be aware of before starting the medication. However, it is possible that not all the warnings or precautions were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your healthcare provider about the specific phentermine warnings and precautions that may apply to you.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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