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How quickly do you lose weight on Qsymia?
My results have been good. I lost 25 pounds in the first 3 weeks – two weeks on the 3.5mg and one week on the 7mg.
Which is better Qsymia or phentermine?
“The 7.5/46 mg dose of Qsymia showed better efficacy than putting people on monotherapy with 15 mg of phentermine and 92 mg of topiramate,” said Barbara Troupin, vice president for scientific communications and risk management at VIVUS.. “At this smaller dose, we don’t see as many side effects.”
How long do you stay on Qsymia?
Start patients on 2 weeks of Qsymia 11.25 mg/69 mg. Patients should stay on this dose for 2 weeks.
What is the best time of day to take Qsymia?
Dosage Guidelines & Tips Use the medicine exactly as directed. Take this medicine each morning, with or without food. Drink plenty of water each day to prevent dehydration or kidney stones while you are taking phentermine and topiramate.
Who is a good candidate for Qsymia?
1) Who is qualified to take Qsymia? The drug is only for adults who have a body mass index (BMI) of 27 or greater. They must also have at least one weight-related condition, such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol.
Can I buy Qsymia?
As part of a risk-reduction plan Vivus negotiated with the FDA, Qsymia will be available only to doctors who have completed a Qsymia provider-training program. The drug will be sold only through certified mail-order pharmacies.
Can you stay on Qsymia long term?
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) limited treatment to 12 weeks or less. By contrast, when the FDA approved a new brand-named combination medication, Phentermine/Topiramate-CR (Qsymia), in 2012, it was for long-term use for a year or more.
Can you drink coffee while taking Qsymia?
Caffeine can increase the side effects of this medication. Avoid drinking large amounts of beverages containing caffeine (coffee, tea, colas), eating large amounts of chocolate, or taking nonprescription products that contain caffeine.