Phentermine and Headaches: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Anonymous
• May 2, 2008

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been using Adipex for a week now, and it really works. Normally, I would eat snacks on top of snacks, but with it, you really have to make yourself eat. The first two days, I had a headache, and I cannot sleep past 2:30 a.m. I'm walking and doing a lot around my home."

• Bea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 9, 2014

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "My experience was successful! I started the pill on 03-26-14, at which time I was 287 lbs. By 04-30-14, I dropped down to 276 lbs. I must say it really suppresses the appetite, and I recommend that you eat at least breakfast daily to avoid getting headaches and feeling nausea. Although I did have those side effects, I do recommend eating something again as stated, preferably breakfast. The last time I weighed myself, I was 266, however, because I am no longer eating healthy and taking the pill when I remember to take one, I notice I have gained some of the weight back as my PCP indicated I would. All in all, phentermine is great if you are going to adjust to permanent lifestyle changes/eating behaviors."

• Goi...
• August 7, 2015

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "The doctor prescribed a month ago. Today is my first follow-up, and I lost 14 lbs. Initially, dry mouth, insomnia, and a slight headache plagued me. But after about 5 days, all of that subsided. I only eat chicken, turkey, and white fish, veggies, and fruit while working out for at least an hour, 4 days per week. After a cup of black coffee in the morning, the only other drink all day is water. I hope the progress continues... my goal is to lose 40 lbs and keep it off this time!"

• Jod...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 12, 2016

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Well, I started Adipex-P today! I'm 5 ft 4 in, 308 lbs. I have tried a lot of weight loss pills with diet and exercise, I just can't seem to lose much weight. My doctor prescribed this to me. I hope this really helps me lose a larger amount of weight! I will be dieting and trying to exercise 3-5 times a week! I will let everyone know in 2 weeks how much weight I have lost :) Side effects: slight headache, dry mouth, somewhat of a high sensation like I was in slow motion, it only lasted a couple of hours, but dry mouth continued. Drink lots and lots of water :)"

• Wan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 15, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Phentermine 37.5 on 5-8-15 at 228 lbs. Weighed in on 5-14-15 at 219 pounds. That's 9 lbs in 1 week. First 3 days I experienced a headache, dry mouth, and jitters. After that, no side effects. I'm looking to get to 155 lbs. It curbs my appetite and allows me time to make choices on what I will eat. I will post more progress in 2 weeks."

• Gin...
• September 28, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 37 and weighed 254 lbs as of 9-23-15. I went to doctors to help with the weight loss as this is my biggest. I started Phentermine on 9-25-15. Today I am down to 244! I was amazed when I got on the scale. 3 days, 10 lbs! The first couple of days I had no appetite. I had a slight headache. Other than that, I think it is good to go. We will see how 30 days do! Keep you posted!"

• Gra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 3, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started phentermine on 6/17/15, weighing in at 200 lbs, and I'm 5 ft 9 inches. After 2 weeks, I have lost 10 lbs! I started having constipation and headaches, but it's manageable. I am getting married in October. Ready to shed the weight!"

• HMD...
• May 23, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This is my second time using phentermine in 2 years. The first time I lost 30 pounds in 5 months, but the side effects were terrible the first time around! I would sweat just sitting down, I was jittery, dizzy, and had headaches. I gained back about 15 pounds since then and decided I'm going for it again. I was expecting the same symptoms to come back (I have the same dosage as before) but side effects this time!! I got the generic phentermine, and I like it WAY better! All it has done is decrease my appetite and give me energy. No dizziness, or getting sweaty, or feeling like you're on some crazy drug... just appetite control! I started at 254 and four days later I'm at 247!"

• Ali...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 16, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have experienced mild to moderate headaches relatively every day, dry mouth, bad taste in my mouth after I have taken it, severe leg cramps, and a loss of 28 lbs in 3 months. To offset the headaches and cramps, I have increased my H2O intake to equal 1/2 of my body weight in oz. Yes, it is a struggle to drink that much, however, the long-term benefits outweigh the temporary issues."

• Anonymous
• July 20, 2009

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been using this since July 17th (last Friday). My starting weight was 181 pounds. And as of today, July 20th, I'm 173 pounds. I do workout almost daily, so that helps. I was in the Army years ago. I got out when I got married and got pregnant, and since then I haven't been able to get back to my old size, that was 2007. So the doctor was more than willing to help me lose weight. So far, I love the product. The first day I had dry mouth and a headache. Lately, I've just had the headaches and struggled at night to sleep. But I'm kind of used to it being that my two-year-old likes to sleep with me (husband in Iraq). So I would recommend it to anyone. I'm doing great on it."

• Mis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 30, 2018

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been yo-yo dieting on and off for many years. I have been hovering around halfway to my goal weight. So far, I have lost 60 pounds and have not gained it back. I just couldn't lose the last 50 pounds. I finally asked my doctor for an appetite suppressant, which she claimed she didn't believe in. She wrote me a 30-day prescription as a trial. I began that day, March 20, 2018, weighing 209. Today, March 30, I weighed in at 200! That's 9 pounds in 10 days! This is working! I'll definitely get a refill. Side effects are minimal, I have dry mouth and a slight headache when I first wake up, but it's worth it. I will give more updates."

• Ali...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 9, 2013

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Day 2: Only side effect is a headache, but it should go away. Lost 3 pounds, most likely water weight. Appetite decreased, but still want to eat. On Day one, had little appetite and no desire to eat. Will have to count calories. Will follow up in a few days."

• Nub...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 27, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started phentermine 8/9/21, dose 15 mg. I’m 5’9, weight was 191.7. I was depressed and had major anxiety before taking phentermine. I was very uncomfortable with my body, as it was changing very drastically from 160 to 199.5 pounds in less than a year. So far, I’ve lost 18 pounds. My diet has changed, I'm currently 1,500 low-calorie (high protein/high fiber/low carb). The first two weeks of starting phentermine were tough. Headaches, panic attacks, hallucinations (once), cotton mouth, paranoia, hair loss, light-headedness, thirsty, tired. Now, over a month, and I’m doing great. If you’re planning on taking this weight loss pill, please be careful and be aware of all symptoms. I recommend it. I also take this pill in the morning. This pill helps suppress your appetite as well. I never felt jittery or my heart beating fast like you do when you take fat burners (not for me)."

• Bea...
• March 26, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking this diet supplement on January 1, 2017, and I was so excited and determined to do what it takes to be successful. I was prescribed phentermine 37.5 mg and took the whole pill daily earlier in the morning with water and 30 minutes before breakfast. I would drink plenty of water throughout the day and would only drink a half cup of coffee 2 or 3 times a week. My calorie intake daily was 1300. And I would exercise 3 or 4 times a week by doing 1 hour of cardio. I would experience mild side effects such as lack of sleep, mood swings, light headaches, and dry mouth. Drinking plenty of water really helped a lot. What really helped me a lot was keeping a daily diary and writing down everything I ate. I lost 20 lbs in 2 months."

• Red...
• March 2, 2008

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Phentermine for one month now, and already I've lost 10 lbs, but I still eat, just not as much as I used to. When I started, I weighed 130. I know, I know, 'you're not fat,' but even the thin people have problem areas, and that's what I want to get rid of. I'm always on my feet, I work 3 jobs. In the month that I have taken them, not once have I not been able to fall asleep, I have felt pretty moody though. If I don't take it, I wake up with a pounding headache."

• Jam...
• March 1, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was on phentermine for almost 2 months. I started out weighing 175 pounds and now I am at 155.50. I started out with bad headaches, numbness of feet, cold feet, tingling legs, and no appetite. I am a 38-year-old female. I was recently seen at the doctor's office. I went in for my monthly checkup, I was feeling sick, my head was hurting bad, and I was short of breath. I complained of my feet being numb and my legs feeling tingly. I was immediately taken off the medication. My heart was beating irregularly, they said this was a reaction to the medicine and I was feeling sick because my heart was beating irregularly. I was admitted from the doctor's office to the emergency room. I will now be seeing a heart specialist to see if there's any permanent damage."

• Dee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 5, 2018

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm 44 years old. Weight today is 322 lb. I have had success with this before (several years ago). I can't remember exactly how much, but at least 20 lbs in 2 months. I also weighed less then. I have tried to take this at least 2 other times since but have stopped only a few days in because of the headaches. I'm about to give it a try again because I know it helps, and hopefully this time the headaches won't be so bad. Wish me luck."

• Gil...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 14, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started February 3rd of 2016, so I have been taking this medication for 5 weeks. I am 21, 5'2", and started at 259 lbs. It has been five weeks, but I didn't take the medicine consistently or eat right during the third week due to a passing in the family. I also haven't exercised at all due to the passing of my grandpa, and I started my school semester when I first got the prescription. I do plan on adding exercise into my routine, but just by eating less and trying to eat better, I have lost 26 lbs in a month and a half! I'm at 233. I have gone from a size 18 pants being TIGHT to a size 14 pants fitting perfectly. There is a noticeable difference, and the only side effects are headaches and dizziness, but after water and Tylenol, I'm fine! :)"

• Los...
• May 16, 2016

Phentermine for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking this medicine this past Friday. I have been up for the last two nights every hour on the hour! Please tell me that this will go away. I have also had a headache for the last two days. I stopped drinking caffeine, so maybe that's why. I'm ready to lose this weight! I'm 31 and 195 lbs, my goal is to lose 50 lbs."

• ros...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 29, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Phentermine 37.5 on May 29, 2015 (a month now). I was at 211 (my biggest I've ever been). I already eat pretty healthy and exercise every day for about 2 hours, but I was not losing any weight. I had a friend that was on it and lost about 50 pounds, so I thought I would give it a go. I got a small headache like one or two times, I still sleep really well. I went from 201 to currently 196, a total of 15 pounds in one month. I'm hoping to lose about 50 pounds so I could get to a good weight. I bike ride every day and run, but since I'm starting my second month of dosage, I am going to work on ab workouts and lifting so I can try to get toned. I'll make an update soon!"

• Gre...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 4, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started phentermine 37.5 on 11/30/16 at 10 a.m. with a starting weight of 234.4 @ 5'6. I ate chicken salads (no dressing) Wed-Sat, plus bacon, eggs, cottage cheese, string cheese, sliced cucumbers, celery, and peanut butter, peanuts, olives, bananas, and blackberries, coupled with drinking half my body weight in water, and I have lost 9.31 lbs as of 12/4/16. Water is the key element to all weight loss, as it breaks down fat. I will incorporate exercise tomorrow. I experienced dry mouth and headaches for the first 4 days. I followed the instructions to take 1/2 a pill for the first 4 days @ 10 a.m. and then a whole pill. I also got a B12 shot to help the process along, which I feel helped keep me from having insomnia. #thestruggleisreal"

• Bea...
• June 18, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Phentermine on 6/15/15. I am 28 years old, 5'5" and 200 lbs. I have been taking it around 9-10 am. The first two nights, I did not sleep very well at all. Today is 6/18 and will be day 4, and I've lost 4 pounds. I slept better last night with the help of a sleep aid. I have not noticed many side effects. I don't feel an increase in energy (not sure if it takes a while), have not had any headaches or the shakes. I'm not counting my calories, but I am watching my portions, not eating a big meal before bed (even if it's technically our dinner), and cut out a lot of junk. I have already cut out fast food, soda pop, and Starbucks."

• jal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 13, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking phentermine on September 11, 2015. I weighed in at 253.4 when I started. Today is my 3rd day, and I'm down to 250.0. I have noticed a change in my appetite as well as an increased energy level. I did get a slight headache on day two, but I think it was from not drinking enough water. I hope to lose 15-20 lbs the first month and 90 overall. I will update my progress in a few days."

• Gin...
• April 4, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started phentermine on 04/01/2016. Female/43/5'6/Beginning weight 307. I have had issues with mild headaches and dry mouth, but not to the point it's not tolerable. I find the medication gives me energy and my heart rate has increased (again, it's tolerable). I'm currently taking 37.5 mg a day. I have found for me the most effective way to take it is 1/2 in the mornings and the 2nd half no later than 1 pm. I have changed my calorie intake to 1200 a day. I cut regular soda, which is my addiction, and switched to diet soda and water. I joined the gym yesterday, so I start my workout today. My short-term goal is 20 lbs in a month, mid-goal is down 50 lbs by July, and long-term goal is 100 lbs off within a year."

• Anonymous
• May 21, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started phentermine 5/13/15... 37.5 mg. Starting weight was 167 lbs. I had my first baby 8 months ago and gained a whopping 63 pounds! My doctor suggested this pill, and so far I love it! I weighed myself today for the first time since I started, and I lost 14 lbs in just 8 days!! I am beyond excited and have been able to notice change, which gives me some hope to get back to normal! The first day I took it, it was a crazy feeling, and I didn't think I liked it, I was also up till about 4:30 am that morning. But now, a week later, the only side effect I have is slight dry mouth, and I've had a couple of small headaches. I love how it completely takes away my appetite, which makes me not crave any junk food, and I'm able to eat healthy small portions!!!"