is adapex safe for me?

[overopiates]

I went to my Dr today he gave me a prescription for some non addictive meds for my lovely non moving neck.I asked him2make me an appointment2get my thyroid checked cause I continue to gain wieght over the last few months even though Ive changed my diet etc.He thinks its my AD medicine(makes sense didnt realize it but started gaining+have gained50pounds since I started taking it).He gave me a1month supply of adipex.I know nothing about this or diet meds n general I maintained130pounds for years until now.He said to stretch it out over2months.Im concerned cause he said u can only get this3times a year which worried me.He is fully aware of my addiction history.Does anyone know about this medicine cause Im completely lost here.

[canadaking]

Yes, it is a diet pill!  Sorry, I thought the poster knew that and then read their post...a bit more slowly!  :)
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[eagle101]

The most problematic thing with adipex is almost anecdotal.....but some studies and doc's maintain that there are negative sides concerning its affect on the heart. Most common side effect is the jittery feeling similar to excess amounts of coffee....caffeine.

[Ann2497]

I told my dr I was thinking about joining weight watchers and he said "you don't need it.  I am giving you Topomax 100mg.  You are going to lose weight."  Lets see what happens.  I haven't gotten the RX filled yet.

How are you feeling?  Any side effects from the phentermine?

[overopiates]

Ann dont feel crazy.I do similar things ALL the time.4examplei called celexa all the time then finally got cymbalta+for a while called that celexa.If ur losing ur mind well then I lost mind a while.ago lol

[Ann2497]

what do you think of the phentermine?

[gnarly_1]

HI Anny time we are giving a new med we Google it to see just whats up with it you can often find Q/A sections with people that are all ready on it to see what they think the internet is a wealth of information it tell both the good side and negative sides of just about any drug do your research........Gnarly

[littlebit667]

I take Lexapro and it worked like nothing else for me.  It is quick acting and I started feeling better in less than a week.  It is pretty expensive and I am glad to see that it will go generic next year!!!!!

[overopiates]

I was on celexa b4cymbalta DIDNT HELP AT ALL.

[Ann2497]

ok - I have clearly lost my mind.  I take Celexa not Cymbalta.  I keep getting the two mixed up.  I don't think the celexa is working or it is not working because of quitting the pills or reducing my caloric intake.

[overopiates]

Ann does the cymbalta work for u?My Dr said he HATES taking any1off AD med that works cause Its not easy2find the1that works well.I was shocked my Dr even suggested it simply because he's a neurologist(hes aware of me not having insurance,no primary care Dr).Ironic were taking the same thing.Ill DEFINITELY keep everyone updated on how well this works.

[Ann2497]

I am taking Cymbalta now.  Seroquel caused me to gain weight.  It is terrible.  Most people have gained more weight than I did.  I am going to see if my Dr thinks I should stay on Cymbalta.  

He is giving me Topamax to help me lose weight.  I have lost weight but I have 30 pounds to go and feel like crap.  I have always weighed around 125.  I am 5' 4".  I hate the site of my body in the mirror.  I have nothing to smile about.  Let me know if the Phentermine works for you.  I hope it does.  I am so happy for you.  I don't think my dr will give it to me but I could always try.  Hang in there.  You are doing great.   :)

[overopiates]

Anne dnt apologize Im happy2help.I take cymbalta which is amazing for me(some people lose some gain but thats w/all AD meds).Understand I have NEVER had an exercise plan/didnt exercise.I didnt have to+didnt have2stick2a strick diet AT ALL.If u do exercise etc u will b fine.I tried3other AD meds none worked.Cymbalta is expensive I have no insurance$150a month BUT all Dr offices have samples.I get them from him,get cards4a month free just have2go2different pharmacy to fill them,my MIL gets me samples from her Dr too.I have never paid for1pill&have6months worth here if u have insurance they cover it.I would recommend this to everyone its works a little different than others do(google it)I would honestly keep the wieght gain to feel happy again like I do.everyones different too.u may lose wieght,not gain on them.I was on some where I lost wieght but they didnt help.What did u take b4?I would say try cymbalta.BTW Im still getting my thyroid checked he wants me too.My mom had hypotyroid after having me,Im getting my IUD removed next month too.I have mutliple factors that could b causing my wieght gain.

[overopiates]

@anne I have never taken them or any diet meds b4.Im gonna start2morrow when I get up like the directions say.nope no BP issues,heart problems etc.I know why ur asking and I REALLY appreciate that u asked.I read it can raise ur BP.My Dr makes sure none of my meds counteract w/each other.Im trying2prevent all those possible issues that can b wieght related buy dropping pounds.

[Ann2497]

sorry for the double post - I had another question.

what AD were you taking?  I ask because I am going to the dr tomorrow and asking to be put on a different AD because I do not feel like the one I am on is working.  And, one that I was on earlier this year that was a supplement to the one I am currently taking caused me to gain 40 lbs.  similar to your story!  I am soooooooooooo upset at the weight gain.  It has literally ruined my life.  Blessings, Ann

[Ann2497]

I don't know if you have taken a phentermine yet but they give you energy and take away your appetite.  I have taken them and I felt a little jittery at times.  I don't think they will kill you.  do you have blood pressure issues?

[littlebit667]

I was Dx. with D2 a few years ago.  My mother was a big woman and was DX at 60 and died of a stroke at 66.  She was never able to get a control on the wt.  The minute the dr. told me, I cried to 2 weeks and then decided I could do this.  I went on a one year diet of high protein (love my meat) and low carb and was able to drop 70 lbs. in that year.  I could not believe it, I am not lower than when I got married 34 years ago.  I was an 18 then and i am a 14 now.  (I had gotten to 22-24) before I started the diet.  I said LOW not NO carb.  I love my carbs.  It was hard, but so worth it.  You can do this just to keep your health good.

[overopiates]

Thanx Vicki+littlebit.@Vicki hes a great Dr he has been the only doctor who has ever really listened to me.He is the ONLY Dr who Ive ever known about ultum(I asked him what he thought2c how much he knew)his words were"every damn Dr. will say there not addictive/habit forming but I know for a fact they are and worse to come off of what u did".he was referring to lots of lortabs.Sry just wanted2explain more of my situation.

[overopiates]

       Sry to keep posting but Vicki I did Google it and all I was people saying how well it works.I wont overtake it.I really want and NEED to lose this wieght.I cant stand it Im about60pounds overweight bu terms from the Drs wieght scale but I dont go bu that.for me its about clothing size,feeling confortable w/my body(the wieght Im used too being which isnt super thin.130lbs or anything a size7-8would b fine at130-140pounds Im get u maybe not get back2the size i was@27b4I had  a child so Im making an attainable goals).Im as heavy as I was at 9months pregnant.The wieght is a lot n my chest,butt,tummy,thighs well I guess thats everwhere LOL!!!I had a9lb10oz baby+no stretch marks but Im getting them now(small new1's which Ive cried about it but they r new+if I lose the wieght now I am sure they will go away.Im hoping its ok to take them.Im not too worried but please give me any info it u have it.Im honestly more worried about my health than weight loss cause of I continue to gain or stay at this wieght at5'5"+1/2.Im at risk of type2diabetes,hypertension/high blood pressure etc.Im only30.I want to get n2exercise,healty eating for good so my son grows up athletic,without any food issues like I did(I never had issues w/food+was VERY active growing up).

[littlebit667]

It looks interesting.  I hope it helps get you on the right track for losing wt.  I will say the type of neck problem is more about how one sleeps at night (usually) than weight.  Losing weight is a good idea tho for back pain in general.   I lost 70 lbs. a few years ago and surprising was able to keep it off.  WHO KNEW!!! and my back is so much better now.

[vicki595]

HAHA!   Okay...read you post again...

I know some people have had issues with it and it's now controlled in some states but I believe in benefit outweighing risk, as well...So I would take it if I needed to.

[overopiates]

Thanx littlebit ur1st post helps as far as explaining how long2take it

[overopiates]

The only reason I mentioned my neck is because of my post yesterday I wanted everyone to know I was ok it had nothing to do w/my question.thanx everyone

[overopiates]

I know its a diet pill everyone.Im asking of its dangerous.
Vicki he gave it to me for wieght loss had nothing to do w/pain except as he said losing wieght will help my back pain.He gave it to me and said its just  used VERY short term to get me into the routine of exercising,diet etc.

[littlebit667]

Yes, it is a diet pill!  Sorry, I thought the poster knew that and then read their post...a bit more slowly!  :)