Phentermine is a short time treatment for an obese person. It reduces unwanted body fat. This Phentermine treatment is recommended by doctor for those people having body mass index greater or equal to 30 kg/ mt 2.

The balance dose is 30 mg. However, 37.5mg is highest dose that is advised by doctor. This dosage is for per day basis. The daily in take can be taken early in the day and evening in take should be avoided as Phentermine is supposed to create insomnia.

Pregnant women and those who are planning to get pregnant should postponed taking this drug. Even nursing or breast feeding mothers should keep themselves away from taking this drug.

Children below the age group of 16 are not given this drug and same is the case with elderly persons.

The obese person with heart related problem can not take this drug as it has tendency to elevate the blood pressure and increase hypertension.