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Treatment Options
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Noradrenergic Agents/Amphetamines
This class of drugs works to suppress the appetite. Amphetamines [methamphetamine, amphetamine, dextroamphetamine (Dexadrine), amphetamine/dextroamphentamine (Adderall)] are not recommended or approved by the Food and Drug Administration for weight loss. Amphetamines have a high potential for abuse. Phenteramine (Adipex-P, Fastin, Ionamin, Zantryl) and deithylpropion (Tenuate, Tenuate Dospan) are also in this class and can be used short term for weight loss. Phenylpropanolamine was the only over-the-counter drug in this class, but it was removed from the market in November 2000 due to its possible association with stroke and bleeding of the brain. Drugs in the class
Diethylpropion Extended-Release Tablets
(
Diethylpropion Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets,
Durad Extended-Release Tablets
)
Diethylpropion Tablets
(
Diethylpropion Hydrochloride Tablets,
Radtue Tablets
)
Phentermine Tablets
(
Adipex P Tablets,
Phentermine Hydrochloride Tablets
)
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Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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