Terfamex: What is it and what is it for?

What is Terfamex?

Terfamex® is a synthetic medicine whose active principle is phentermine (1) , a chemical compound that belongs to the line of anorexigenic medicines, which works by releasing norepinephrine and dopamine ( happiness hormones ) to reduce appetite, allowing weight loss. bodily.

To highlight: This pharmaceutical product is patented by the company named Laboratorios Medix SA (2)

What is terfamex used for?

• Terfamex® is a pharmaceutical product that serves to reduce appetite, allowing patients who are overweight or obese to reduce body fat and thereby reduce body weight.
• It is used to treat:
  • Overweight and obesity. (3)
  • Risk of cardiovascular disease. (4)
  • The anxiety to eat .
  • Other conditions related to overweight and obesity.

Dosage and routes of administration of terfamex

Terfamex® comes in a presentation of 15 mg or 30 mg tablets or capsules, in a box with 30 capsules or tablets whose method of administration is orally , with a dosage that is usually as follows:

• Tablet or capsule: Adults one 15 or 30 mg capsule or tablet on an empty stomach, with a treatment duration of up to 3 months or as directed by your doctor or nutritionist.

Terfamex Side Effects

Terfamex® can cause some of the following adverse effects in certain patients :

• Allergic reactions due to contact with the active compound.
• dry mouth
• nausea and vomiting
• constipation and diarrhea
• Anxiety , insomnia and drowsiness.
• Arterial hypertension.
• Arrhythmia and tachycardia.
• palpitations.
• Blurry vision.

Important: If you notice any of these symptoms during treatment with terfamex®, stop using it and consult your doctor .

Terfamex contraindications and warnings

Terfamex® treatment is contraindicated in the following circumstances:

• Hypersensitivity to any of its components.
• People with psychiatric disorders.
• Do not mix with alcohol.
• Do not use during pregnancy or lactation.
• In people under 16 years of age.
• Chronic malabsorption syndrome and cholestasis.
• Kidney or liver failure.
• In people with neurological problems.
• In people with obesity of endogenous origin.

You should know: Before starting treatment with terfamex®, it is advisable to provide your doctor with all the information about your health history .

Avoid if you have:

• Medication with other drugs without due medical consultation.
• Anorexia.
• Insomnia.
• hyperthyroidism
• heart disease
• Glaucoma.
• Diabetes.
• Some obstructive problem of the urinary tract or gastrointestinal tract.

Warnings:

• Products such as terfamex® must have a prescription or medical prescription to administer it.
• For more effective results, it is recommended that along with treatment with terfamex®, an exercise and healthy eating plan be incorporated.
• Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.
• Store this medicine in a cool dry place below 30°C.
• The availability of this drug to the public should be controlled.