Phentermine is a prescription drug used for weight loss. Phentramine is an over-the-counter supplement marketed as an "all-natural" alternative to Phentermine.

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Phentermine HCl (Adipex-P)

Phentermine hydrochloride USP is manufactured by GATE Pharmaceuticals. It is sold under the brand name Adipex-P. Physicians prescribe it to assist weight loss in obese patients (BMI >30) who are struggling with diet and exercise. It works by suppressing appetite. A relative of the amphetamines, phentermine is a stimulant drug that increases metabolism and raises blood pressure. It should not be used for more than a few weeks.

  • Phentermine hydrochloride USP is manufactured by GATE Pharmaceuticals.
  • It is sold under the brand name Adipex-P. Physicians prescribe it to assist weight loss in obese patients (BMI >30) who are struggling with diet and exercise.
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Phentramine

Phentramine and Phentramine HCl are appetite suppressant supplements sold by PGHP. They are heavily marketed and widely available for order over the Internet. Phentramine consists of 20:1 Hoodia extract, Guarana extract, and a proprietary blend of Cha de Bugre, Ginseng, Citrus aurantium and black pepper. Hoodia is a succulent that is used for appetite suppressant by the native peoples of the Kalahari Desert. The other herbs in the formula are mild stimulants.

  • Phentramine and Phentramine HCl are appetite suppressant supplements sold by PGHP.
  • Phentramine consists of 20:1 Hoodia extract, Guarana extract, and a proprietary blend of Cha de Bugre, Ginseng, Citrus aurantium and black pepper.
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Phentramine HCl

Phentramine HCl is a very different formula, consisting of phenylethylamine HCl (similar to the chemical formula of Phentermine), and a series of other stimulant chemicals, including 100 mg of caffeine.

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Warning

Avoid stimulant drugs such as Phentermine HCl and Phentramine HCl if you have a history of high blood pressure, hyperthyroidism, glaucoma, diabetes, drug abuse or addiction, or if you have recently taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors.

Never take two or more stimulant drugs together.

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Do They Work?

There is little evidence that either Phentermine or Phentramine is effective for long-term weight loss. Appetite suppressant drugs lose their effects after a few weeks, as the body becomes tolerant of them.