Amfepramone hydrochloride is a weight loss remedy that takes away hunger because it acts directly on the satiety center, thus suppressing appetite.
This medicine is sold under the name of Hipofagin and can be found in 25 mg or slow-release 75 mg tablets.
What is it for
This is a weight loss remedy indicated for people who are overweight, but should be used in conjunction with a dietary restricted diet.
How to take
Take 1 fasting tablet daily, for a maximum of 4 weeks.
Most common side effects
Pulmonary hypertension, altered sexual desire; change in taste; cardiac arrhythmia; arterial hypertension; breast enlargement; dry mouth; abdominal colic; uncontrolled menstruation; diarrhea; decreased concentration; urinary disorder; Headache; chest pain; weakness; sexual impotence; nausea; nervousness; irritability; depressive manifestation; dizziness; urticaria; blurred vision.
When it should not be taken
Amfepramone hydrochloride should not be used by children under 12, during pregnancy or lactation, and also in case of chronic alcoholism; arteriosclerosis; cardiovascular disease; cerebral ischemia; glaucoma; agitation states; moderate to severe hypertension; hyperthyroidism; history of drug abuse; uremia and psychosis.
