Can I take sleeping pills with Phendimetrazine?
Sunday, February 28th, 2010 at
8:52 pm
I’ve been taking 2 Phendimetrazine 35 mg doses 3 times a day, along with Calcium Pyruvate. I’m not able to sleep at all at night even after reducing my last dose of the day to 1 pill. Last night at midnight, I even took some over the counter sleeping pills, and they had a terrible affect – almost like restless leg syndrome. Any suggestions to something more natural to take to fall asleep when using these pills?
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not without doctor consent…I have no way of assessing your health, to determine whether your body could take the stress of such cross purposed drugs being used at the same time. One is up, one is down, and both would be warring in your system with the effects of the other. You need to ask YOUR family gp, or whoever prescribed the Prelu-2, as they are aware of your physical preparedness to handle such a mix, or the lack thereof. Please don’t listen to anyone who hasn’t seen you, knows nothing of your medical history, etc. Some interactions aren’t okay for everybody, mixing depressants, and stimulants being one such instance. Some can, some can’t, so I suggest professional advice be sought for your sake.
Introduction & Overview
Phendimetrazine is a prescription drug marketed as fighting severe cases of obesity. The pill is advertised as a short-term supplement, which is designed to suppress the appetite. This common method of weight management is said to promote a reduction in caloric intake. We find that there are many similar supplements available today.
While some people may need a prescription-strength drug to overcome certain conditions, we find that there are an increasing number of natural supplements on the market. Natural formulations may cause fewer side effects than those containing artificial stimulants. We will review this drug to determine what its strengths and weaknesses may be.
Pros
• Drug is advertised as effectively suppressing the appetite
• Those with health insurance may be eligible to get the drug for free
Cons
• Side effects may include dizziness, restlessness and blurred vision
• Users may become physically and psychologically dependent on drug
• Only available by prescription at time of review
• Advertised as a short-term method of managing weight
Products Formula
The drug is classified as a “sympathomimetic amine,” which is said to function in a similar way to amphetamines. We find it is also identified as an anorectic or anorexigenic pill. It is advertised as suppressing the appetite by stimulating the central nervous system, which may increase both heart rate and blood pressure. This may affect each user differently.
Trade names for the drug include: Anorex-SR, Appecon, Bontril Slow-Release, Melfiat, Obezine, Phendiet, Prelu-2 and Statobex. The drug seems to be similar to Phentermine, another prescription pill designed to suppress the appetite. These pills are intended for short term use, but lasting weight loss is believed to be dependent on long-term goals.
Formula In Depth
Phendimetrazine, like most prescription drugs, is known to have a number of associated side effects. Less serious, common side effects include restlessness, nervousness, anxiety, headaches and dizziness, insomnia, dry mouth and diarrhea. The following serious side effects may also occur: irregular heartbeat, hallucinations and blurred vision.
Because of the potential side effects, users are advised not to drive or operate machinery if at all possible. The drug is also said to be habit-forming; individuals may become dependent on the pill both physically and psychologically. For this reason, people with histories of drug addiction and abuse are warned against using it.
Similar Pills
While some side effects may be mild, the risk of more serious effects leads us to take a good look at all-natural, over-the-counter formulations. We find there is a host of weight loss supplements on the market advertised to produce effects similar to this drug, only without the negative side effects. Some are proven to contain highly potent ingredients.
Examples of herbal ingredients advertised to suppress the appetite include Guarana Seed Extract, Caralluma Fimbriata and Hoodia Gordonii. Supplements may include some or all of these ingredients. We feel that Hoodia seems to show the most promise as an appetite suppressant; most manufacturers appear to have a Hoodia-based pill in their line-up.
Conclusion
Phendimetrazine seems to be recommended for individuals as a last resort — only if they have tried everything else and nothing has worked for them. However, we believe that lack of will power may be the culprit in many failed weight loss plans, more than anything else. With proper nutrition, regular exercise and good supplementation, individuals may be able to reach their weight loss goals.
We conclude that while the drug may be somewhat useful as an appetite suppressant, the risk of harmful side effects leads us to consider using alternative weight loss methods. We find that Hoodia, as mentioned above, is one of the promising appetite suppressants on the market. Some companies offer free trials, and some boast a knowledgeable customer support team