| Ionamin is appetite suppressant used in
conjuction with an overall diet plan and exercise to reduce weight.
Ioanim contains sustained-release form of phentermine in a resin complex.
Ionamin comes in 30 mg. and 15 mg capsules. The 15-mg. capsules
is gray and yellow, the 30- mg. capsule is all yellow. Each capsule
is labeled "Ionamin".
| DRUG |
DOSAGE |
QUANTITY |
CONSULT |
PRICES |
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| Ionamin |
30mg |
30 caps |
FREE |
139 |
Order |
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Ionamin |
30mg |
90 caps |
FREE |
308 |
Order |
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 How
does Ionamin work?
Drugs of this class are thought to suppress appetite via
a central mechanism (appetite centers in the brain) although this
has mechanism has not been clearly proven. IONAMIN is the only medicine
of this class that is set in resin. The resin allows the compound
to be released slowly into the blood stream. Some patients prefer
it because they believe it to be associated with fewer side effects,
others do not.
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How to take Ionamin:
This medication is best taken on an empty stomach; one hour before
breakfast each morning. Sustained-release or long acting products
such as this, must be swallowed whole. Crushing or chewing them
will destroy the long action and may cause increased side effects.
Because this medication may cause sleeplessness, avoid taking a
dose late in the day. Take this medication as prescribed. Do not
take it more often or longer than directed. Use in combination with
other appetite suppressant medicine is generally not recommended.
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How effective is Ionamin?
IONAMIN is effective therapy for the obese patient who needs to
loose weight to decease diseases associated with significant overweight.
The magnitude of the weight loss will depend on the degree of concomitant
caloric restriction and the use of a graded exercise program.
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How long can I continue to use Ionamin?
IONAMIN is a short-term drug that helps you to start losing weight
and then keep on going when you are ready to carry on, on your own.
Your body starts to build up a resistance to the effects of IONAMIN
after a few weeks of treatment, which is when you should be well
on your way to a new lifestyle and ready to stop IONAMIN.
Appetite suppressants are not a substitute for proper diet. For
maximum effects, this must be used in conjunction with a diet and
exercise program.
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Sorting through generic vs. brand name drugs:
When a pharmaceutical company develops a new drug, it gives the
drug two names. The first, its generic name represents the chemical
structure or chemical form of the drug. The generic name of a drug
never changes. In this case the generic name of these drugs we are
discussing below is PHENTERMINE. The second name given to a drug
is its brand name. This is the name given to the medicine by the
pharmaceutical company and has nothing to do with its chemical form.
The brand names of the drugs we are discussing are ADIPEX-P and
IONAMIN. They are both fairly similar in that they are composed
of PHENTERMINE, and subsequently given different names by the companies
that manufacturer them. No other pharmaceutical company can ever
use the brand name of the drug at any time.
Phentermine Hydrochloride (generic name) - Adipex-P and Ionamin
(brand names):
PHENTERMINE, the generic name for ADIPEX-P and IONAMIN comes in
immediate release or time-release formulas. Immediate release pills
enter your blood stream as soon as you take them, and time-release
capsules release their medication into your body over an extended
period of time, generally 8 or 12 hours. As you can see, there are
many popular brand names of PHENTERMINE. Nonetheless, all of the
above named compounds are considered clinically equivalent in producing
weight loss.
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Ionamin vs. Xenical:
PHENTERMINE is an appetite suppressant. XENICAL inhibits fat absorption
into the body. So both may be used in conjunction with each other
for those who are seriously obese.
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Be sure to tell us on your medical history/personal profile
if:
- You have high blood pressure.
- You have an over-active thyroid.
- You have glaucoma.
- You have Diabetes Mellitus.
- You have emotional problems.
- You are pregnant.
- You are currently breast-feeding.
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Drug interactions:
Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use, (prescription
and nonprescription) especially if you take high blood pressure
medicine or MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline,
tranylcypromine) or any other weight loss medicine. Decongestants
are commonly found in over-the-counter cough and cold medicine.
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Side effects:
Mild:
Blurred vision, dry mouth, sleeplessness, irritability, stomach
upset or constipation may occur the first few days as your body
adjusts to the medication. Other adverse events include central
nervous system effects, gastrointestinal disturbances, and changes
in libido. If these effects persist or become bothersome, you may
have to discontinue use. Exercise caution when prescribing anti-obesity
drugs for patients with hypertension. If this medication makes you
dizzy or lightheaded, avoid driving or engaging in activities requiring
alertness. Alcohol can increase unwanted side effects of dizziness.
Limit its use.
Moderate:
Chest pain, pounding heart, difficulty urinating, breathing difficulties
or swelling while taking this medication.
Severe:
Primary pulmonary hypertension (PPH) and cardiac valvular disease
have been reported in patients receiving a combination of phentermine
and fenfluramine (phen-fen) or dexfenfluramine. The possibility
of an association between PPH and the use of IONAMIN alone cannot
be ruled out.
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Contraindications:
IONAMIN is contraindicated in patients with arteriosclerosis, cardiovascular
disease, and moderate to severe hypertension.
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