Phentermine and Dry Mouth: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Em6...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 10, 2016

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was on phentermine several years ago but didn't really try to change my eating habits, and so it didn't work. I decided to try it again because I just keep piling on the weight and am slowly killing myself. I've been on it 3 days now and have already lost 8.4 pounds! I know it's mostly water weight right now, but seeing that scale move so quickly is such a big motivator. My starting weight was 443.8, and now I'm 435.4. I eat between 1,200-2,000 calories per day. I've noticed that I'm eating less each day, though, and it helps take away the cravings so I can make smart decisions about what to eat. I am also watching my carbs and sugar intake. The only side effect I've had is mild dry mouth and not feeling sleepy during the day like I normally do."

• Rac...
• January 3, 2015

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started taking Adipex, and I was at my highest weight ever. I was at 218 lb. I currently am down 42 lbs and now sitting at a weight of 176 lb. Adipex really does help curb your appetite. The only downfall I've found was that the dry mouth can be a tad irritating at times. I drink on a daily basis probably around 2-3 gallons of water before I started taking Adipex, and now with this medication, I am almost doubling my water intake just because, no matter what, for me, my mouth is always dry. It is a side effect that I am willing to live with, though, with the type of results I am getting. I have also lost 20 inches off my entire body since the process has started. I do go to the gym 4 days a week, and I do cardio and weights as well."

• Mal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 6, 2017

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have taken Adipex for one month and 4 days, 22 pounds down. Starting weight 240, now at 218. I plan to stay on the pill until I reach 180 lbs. I am a very active person and eat great. First couple days I did have headaches, which only lasted 2-3 days, now I have had none. The boost of energy is nice. I do experience some dry mouth, thankfully, I LOVE water! I'll post in another month, hopefully, I will be under 200 pounds!"

• Mid...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 25, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started phentermine 30 mcg on Friday, May 20, 2016. Although I was prescribed 2 pills a day, I only take one because I hate not being able to sleep at night. The first night, I only got three hours of sleep (but was not tired the next day). In 6 days, I went from 171 to 164. I have limited my food intake, but I haven't exercised (aside from weed-whacking the yard). I do take one generic Tylenol PM before bed so I can sleep. I have a dry mouth, but it isn't bad. I am calm and focused, so overall, it is a pretty good experience so far. I am a 53-year-old female with a thyroid that doesn't function very well, and I'm 5'2''. I had a hip replacement last year, and I need to lose weight because each pound I gain is 3 pounds of pressure on my new hip."

• AJa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 19, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "My only side effect from phentermine was a very dry mouth. I’m an extremely heavy coffee drinker, so I believe that’s why I never experienced jitters, but those sensitive to things like caffeine may want to start at a lower dose. On October 22, 2019, I weighed in at 175.2 lbs, at my 4-week check-in, I weighed in at 155.9 lbs. I am very physically active, and I know that contributes to my results. This medication helped me curb my late-night snacking addiction and is helping me make significant (and hopefully long-term) changes in patterns with my lifestyle choices."

• Ris...
• June 8, 2013

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "After a tearful visit to the doctor, she put me on this medicine. It's been 1 month with 9 lbs lost. It's not as fantastic as some reviewers say, but it's something. Typical side effects noted: dry mouth, etc., nothing I can't deal with. After a lot of research, this is IMPORTANT! PLEASE! I know sometimes it's tough to eat due to no appetite, but try to keep your calories around 1200 most days! Eat a little bit every 3-4 hours to keep your blood sugar steady! If you don't, you are going to cause your metabolism to go even slower! It will be even easier to gain the weight back once you get off it. THIS IS A WEIGHT LOSS TOOL, NOT A QUICK FIX! Use this time to relearn proper healthy eating and try to exercise if at all possible! Good luck!"

• Aim...
• June 5, 2017

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I work at an endocrinology clinic. And there, I have seen crazy stories about Adipex - from 191 lb in 1 year to 30 lb a month. So, I said to myself I'm going for it. In the first 3 days, I am 4 lb down. I have plenty of energy, I do have a dry mouth, and one time after I stood up from the bed I felt dizzy. Now, my post is more for the people who are taking it - please take 1200 cal per day. If you take less, you will have jitters, and you would start doubting the medication. And yes, I push myself to eat because I want to eat, but I eat small portions. From day one, I want to adjust my portions, always small portions. After 1 month after my medication finishes, I will continue small portions and won't exceed 1200 cal. Good luck."

• Hur...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 4, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm giving an update from 10/20/16. I am 5'3" and my starting weight was 300 lbs. I have been taking phentermine 37.5 mg capsule once a day since then. I am being weighed weekly at the doctor's office. The first weigh-in was on 10/27/16, and I was weighed in at 291. So in one week, I lost 9 pounds. Today, 11/3/16, I was weighed at 284.6 pounds. I lost 7 pounds for that week. So, the total amount of weight loss in a 2-week period is 15.4 pounds. Now, I do have extreme dry/cotton mouth and also numb/tingling hands and face. Not sure what the deal is with that, but upon looking at the side effects, that is a side effect listed. I'll keep updating."

• Ono...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 23, 2015

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am now exactly one month in. My start weight was 301, and I am now at 278! Hooray! The only side effects I still have are dry mouth, nasty taste in my mouth, and jitters from time to time. I will update again in one month :)"

• Lau...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 1, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started on phentermine at the beginning of December 2019. I was worried about having bad side effects due to not handling caffeine very well. (Makes me feel sick). I took half a pill for the first 8 days, and afterward would take half a pill at 7:30 a.m. before work, and the other half around 9:30 a.m. I lost 15 pounds in the first month. This second month has slowed down, but I am down 7 pounds the 2nd month. The second month I was given capsules and not the pill, so I haven’t been able to split the dose like before. The side effects I have had are dry mouth, occasional headaches, and occasional constipation. I would say that overall the side effects aren’t too bad, though. I plan on starting to exercise a few days a week next month to see if it will help me lose more."

• Sho...
• August 20, 2017

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am now on my 3rd month of Adipex. I started in June at 190 and currently at 166.4 lb. I still get the dry mouth and had two episodes of getting blurred vision, a clammy feeling, passing out, and then throwing up. Well, today I figured out the common factor of each time that happened. I had one alcoholic beverage each of those days. So, lesson learned: even one little drink with this medication can cause major side effects. Other than that, I have been totally fine. So, I chalked it up to human error! Hoping to keep the weight off when my 3 months are up. Well, check back on my last day for final results of 3 months."

• Dee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm 5'6", age 24. My Dr. put me on phentermine 15 mg on Friday, 10/18/19. My starting weight was 232 lbs. It's now 10/21/19, and I weighed myself this morning at 221.8 lbs, so yes, I definitely think this is working. It makes me not think about food, but I do still get hungry, and when I eat, I get full really fast and can only eat very little. I also get a dry mouth, and my heart races, but that's all. I don't have any problem sleeping either. I take the pill every day around 11:30 a.m. I don't eat breakfast, and I wait at least 30 mins to eat after taking the medicine."

• Shi...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 7, 2015

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I went on 4/28/15 and was shocked when I weighed in at 189. I'm 5'7'. My walking around weight is typically around 170-175. I started Adipex and went back in June for my check-up, I'm down to 174 with steel toes and long sleeves. I was told to avoid the generic and only use Adipex, with a coupon, it is $50. The energy boost is great, not too much... just don't take one after about 4 or 5 pm. Now, the interesting part... My weight gain was due to consuming alcohol on an almost daily basis... the Adipex suppressed my appetite AND suppressed my desire to consume alcohol. I can attribute this to the suppression effects of the drug, and the dry mouth gives you the desire to drink water or a sports drink."

• the...
• July 28, 2009

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm 25 years old and I have had a weight problem my entire life. For the last 8 years, I have lost and gained weight like crazy. My doctor put me on T-Diet 30mg on April 1, 2009, when I hit 292 pounds. I am currently on the 37.5 mg Adipex tablet, and I am down to 244 pounds. I feel phenomenal. After learning I had an underactive thyroid about a year ago, I had really started to feel like crap every day, and the weight just kept packing on. I feel 16 again and more self-confident. The worst of the side effects were the dry mouth (chew sugar-free gum to help), nausea at first (take an antacid), headaches at first, increased anxiety (totally worth it anyway), constipation, and I am easily agitated. Good luck."

• Ki_...
• April 29, 2013

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm 5'3 and tone easier than lose. So, I started taking Adipex on 4/22 at 178. As of today, 4/29 at 167. So just in 1 week's time, I have lost 11 lbs. I drink at least 64 oz of ice water a day, most of the time, I'm over 100 oz. The first few days, I did have dry mouth, but not so much anymore. 1200 calories is what I aim for, but I don't always get that many since I'm not hungry all the time anymore. I've been working out 5 days a week, at least 35 minutes. I just had an inguinal hernia surgery, I can only do cardio. I do: 15 minutes on a cycling machine, 10 minutes on a treadmill, 5 minutes on the elliptical (I push myself, but this is my minimum). I use the LIVESTRONG free app My Plate, and I track EVERYTHING from my water, exercise, food, and weight."

• Aun...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 5, 2017

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Been on Adipex-P for 28 days and have lost 20 pounds. Doctor put me on it because I am menopausal and have a hard time losing weight. First week had a hard time sleeping, but now no problems. I check my blood pressure daily and no issues there. Definitely get dry mouth with it, that has been my only issue. I usually chew gum and keep a drink handy. Glad I was given this drug, doubt I would have lost what I did without it."

• woo...
• August 2, 2009

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Adipex on June 2, 2009. I have lost 28 lbs since then and feel so much better. I still have a long way to go, but I feel motivated to do it. The only side effects I had were headaches and dry mouth. But I drink tons of water to help with the dry mouth, so that isn't such a bad thing. I would recommend this to anyone who needs to lose a significant amount of weight. You must do it right though and be sure to eat. Sometimes I have to force myself to eat."

• Lau...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 30, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have had a lot of success with Phentermine 37.5 mg. The first time was 3 years ago when I lost 30 pounds in 2 months. I am 5'3" and weighed 180, and after 2 months on Phentermine, I was at 150. This time I am 45 years old and started out at 165, and after 1 month, I weigh 150, so I have lost 15 pounds, which is the same rate I lost the weight before. I do take the pill early in the morning around 6 am, if I do not, I do experience insomnia. I get full very fast, after only taking a few bites of something, I am done, or I become nauseous. Phentermine has also caused me to have a dry mouth, you just have to drink a lot of water, which is good for you anyway. All in all, my experience has been very good. It does really work. Just have a physical first."

• lib...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 11, 2016

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started this medication on 3/4/16. Starting weight was 208. After a week of taking it, I've lost 10 lbs. I weigh now, is 199. This pill works! I've been eating small snacks and working out. So far, the only problems I've experienced are dry mouth, dizziness, restlessness, and slight tremors for the first few days. I'll give an update in about a month."

• Chu...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 23, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’m a 49-year-old male who has peaked at my highest weight ever, 316 pounds. I went to discuss this with my PCP to find out what my options were. I’m 6'0" tall and always have been big. He suggested phentermine, I went into his office two weeks ago and started the drug. I have lost 11 lbs as of today. I have had no side effects except dry mouth. It definitely suppresses your food intake. I’m on the 37.5 and absolutely love it so far. I will keep posting updates."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 8, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am a 28-year-old female at 5'5". I weighed in at 277 lbs on 03/10/17. I have not had any severe side effects, dry mouth is all. Just drink lots of water. I exercise daily with interval training. I drink NOTHING but water and eat better. I keep my calories at about 1,000 a day, with 3 meals a day and a few snacks in between. I go back to see the doc on 4/10/17. I cheated and stepped on the scale today and have lost a total of 21 lbs at 256. You can do it! It is not a diet, it is a lifestyle change. If you don't change your habits, you will gain all of it back and more. Can't wait to see what the next couple of months bring. Goal weight of 150 lbs!"

• una...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 15, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am a 5'1" female, started phentermine (37.5 mg) 5 weeks ago, and I have gone from 157 lbs to 140 lbs. Nothing more to say other than if you feel like it's not working, you need to listen to your body and determine whether you are really hungry or not. If you binge ate before, you may still struggle with this, as I still had to learn how to determine hunger from boredom and emotional eating, but this pill definitely cleared my mind in determining this. This pill has literally saved me from daily depressing binges, I do not regret anything. Also, rarely any side effects other than occasional dry mouth when I'm working."

• wut...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 19, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am going through early menopause and have gained 30 lbs in a year. It's been impossible to lose weight. I started phentermine last week. I have anxiety and am VERY sensitive to medication, so I was a little worried. I started with half and felt jittery, but it subsided in an hour or so. I've had a lot of extra energy, and my mood has been better. I have experienced dry mouth and trouble sleeping, but have lost 4 pounds in a week! I plan to stay on the medication for 3 months until I reach 148!"

• Dar...
• February 10, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Phentermine 37.5 now for a month. Prior to taking Phentermine, I have tried everything! Exercise (Tae Kwon Do, P90X *with trainer*, and Insanity *with trainer*), changed my diet, did everything I could to lose weight. Nothing helped! After finding out I had hypothyroid, Doc put me on some meds, and also put me on Phentermine 37.5. So after the one month of being on this, I have gone from 338 lbs to 311 lbs. At the beginning, the side effects were bad! Always felt drunk, sweat all the time, couldn't sleep, and ALWAYS *even now as I type this* having a dry mouth! I have no hunger and only know I am hungry when my stomach hurts. So, this works... just be ready for a roller coaster ride in the beginning. Good luck!"

• Bri...
• October 29, 2015

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started the pill on 10/9/15. I was 172.2 at the doctor's, I'm a 24-year-old female, 4'11" tall. Weighed myself today, 10/29/15, and I'm 11 pounds lighter! I'm 161.3! No cravings for sweets, which I have/had a horrible sweet tooth. Stopped eating fast food as much, cut it out more than half. Can't wait to see more progress. I work 6 days a week as a stylist and have a 5-year-old in school full time. Working out is hard, but I try to fit 30 min in either in the morning or at night. I use MyFitnessPal to track my calorie intake, 1200 a day, mostly less. Dry mouth, but as long as I drink my water all day, I'm good. Will update next month!"