Ionamin

Ionamin belongs to the class of medications called anorexiants (appetite suppressants). It is used in addition to continued dietary treatment in the medical management of obesity for people who have not responded to an appropriate weight-reducing diet alone.

Ionamin is manufactured by Celltech Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

What does Ionamin® look like?

Ionamin capsules are available in two strengths, 15mg and 30mg.

Ionamin 15mg: I mprinted with "IONAMIN 15. "Yellow/grey capsules
Supplied in bottles of 100's and 400's

Ionamin 30 mg: Imprinted with "IONAMIN 30. "Yellow capsules,
Supplied in bottles of 100's and 400's

What is Ionamin prescribed for?

Ionamin is used as a weight loss aid for the heavily overweight. In addition to taking Ionamin patients are expected to adopt a healthy diet and program of regular exercise.

Who should Ionamin be prescribed for?

Phentermine is only recommended for people with an initial body mass index (BMI) of greater than or equal to 30 kg/m² or 27 kg/m² with risk factors such as diabetes, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure.

How does Ionamin work?

Ionamin works by decreasing your appetite. Use it with an overall plan to reduce your weight. .

Ionamin has similar chemical make up to amphetamine and other stimulant drugs that have a history of abuse. Ionamine is known to be habit forming and should not but used for longer periods that a few week. Nor should Ionamin be taken by any on other than whom the Doctor prescribed it for.

Is Ionamin a prescription or over the counter drug?

Ionamin is a prescription only medication.

The chemical composition of Adipex is similar to that of amphetamines and if taken for a prolonged period of time can be addictive. It is usually recommended that Adipex be taken for no longer than a period of a few weeks without a break.

Adipex can also be habit forming and it should only be taken by the patient it was prescribed for.

Ionamin side effects

Side effects of Ionamin can include:

Restlessness	Excess energy	Insomnia
Euphoria	Dysphoria	Difficulty in breathing
Faint headedness	Weakness	Ankle and extremity Swelling
Increase in blood pressure	Excessive fatigue	Headache
Dryness of the mouth	Unpleasant taste	Diarrhea, Constipation
Impotence	Changes in libido

Ionamin should not be taken for a longer period than prescribed by your doctor as Ionamin can be habit forming if taken for prolonged periods or abused.

Ionamin dosages

Your doctor will inform you on the correct dosage for you. Normally patients take one capsule per day approximately 1-2 hours before or after their breakfast. It is not advisable to take Ionamin close to the time when you go to bed as Ionamin is known to increase engery levels and can cause insomnia.

Swallow Ionamin capsules whole and with plenty of water.

What precautions should be taken before using Ionamin?

Phentermine should not be taken by anyone who:

• is taking MAO inhibitors such as phenelzine or tranylcypromine, or has taken them within the past 14 days
• has glaucoma
• has an overactive thyroid
• has advanced arteriosclerosis
• has moderate to severe high blood pressure (hypertension)
• has symptomatic heart disease
• has a heart murmur or valvular heart disease
• has a condition known as pulmonary artery hypertension
• is subject to agitated states
• is allergic to sympathomimetic amines (e.g., amphetamines, methylphenidate) or to any of the ingredients of the medication
• has a history of drug abuse
• is taking any of the class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants

Over dosage

If a patient over dosages on Ionamin medical help should be sought immediately as serious consequences can arise. In the worse cases this can include death.

More common symptoms of overdosage can include: Unusually high energy levels, tremor, hyperreflexia, increased breathing rate, confusion, assaultiveness, hallucinations, panic, extreme tiredness, depression, arrhythmia, hypertension or hypotension, circulatory collapse, nausea and sickness, diarrhea, abdominal cramps.

Ionamin Ingredients

Ionamin 15mg capsules

• 15 mg of phentermine
• D&C Yellow No. 10
• dibasic calcium phosphate
• FD&C Yellow No. 6
• gelatin
• iron oxides (15 mg capsules only)
• lactose
• magnesium stearate
• titanium dioxide

Ionamin 30mg capsules

• 30 mg of phentermine
• D&C Yellow No. 10
• dibasic calcium phosphate
• FD&C Yellow No. 6
• gelatin
• iron oxides (15 mg capsules only)
• lactose
• magnesium stearate
• titanium dioxide

Who makes Ionamin?

Celltech Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Rochester, NY 14623 USA