What medications should not be taken with phentermine?
Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medication. Most MAO inhibitors should also not be taken for two weeks before treatment with this medication.
What can you combine phentermine with?
Phentermine and topiramate combination is used together with a reduced-calorie diet and proper exercise to help you lose weight. It is also used in overweight people who may also have diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease.
Can I take a sleeping pill while on phentermine?
Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between phentermine and Unisom SleepMelts. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Can you take muscle relaxers with phentermine?
No interactions were found between Flexeril and phentermine. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Does Adderall Help Depression?
Adderall has been used as an off-label treatment for depression in patients who experience depression in combination with ADHD. Because stimulants can increase alertness, attention, and energy, they can feel like mood boosters for those experiencing depression.
Does phentermine increase dopamine?
Phentermine also appears to increase levels of norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin by inhibiting their reuptake and inhibiting monoamine oxidase enzymes.
What in phentermine gives you energy?
Phentermine releases neurotransmitters that, in turn, send a signal to the brain that produces feelings of fullness and minimized hunger. Combined with a release of adrenaline, the body is able to increase glucose levels and fatty acids in the body, which breaks down stored fat and increases energy production.
What is the difference between amphetamines and phentermine?
There are only slight differences between phentermine and amphetamines. Phentermine is a stimulant and users can tolerate it in proper usage. Amphetamine is also a stimulant like phentermine but has higher magnitude. Phentermine and amphetamines are effective weight loss drugs if properly used.
Is phentermine like Adderall?
Phentermine and Adderall are both central nervous system stimulants similar to amphetamine and even though they are both stimulants they are intended for different purposes. Phentermine is approved for weight loss and Adderall (a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine) is approved to treat ADHD or narcolepsy.
Is it safe to take phentermine and Adderall?
Taking Phentermine With Adderall. As discussed above, phentermine should not be used with Adderall due to the potential of additive side effects. Using both together can significantly increase the risk of increased heart rate and blood pressure.