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Phendimetrazine Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 10, 2023.

Applies to phendimetrazine: oral capsule extended release, oral tablet.

Serious side effects of Phendimetrazine

Along with its needed effects, phendimetrazine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking phendimetrazine:

Rare

Incidence not known

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur while taking phendimetrazine:

Symptoms of overdose

Other side effects of Phendimetrazine

Some side effects of phendimetrazine may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Incidence not known

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to phendimetrazine: oral capsule extended release, oral tablet.

Cardiovascular

Frequency not reported: Valvular heart disease, palpitation, tachycardia, elevated blood pressure, ischemic events, flushing[Ref]

Respiratory

Frequency not reported: Pulmonary hypertension[Ref]

Psychiatric

Frequency not reported: Psychotic state, insomnia, agitation, libido changes[Ref]

Nervous system

Frequency not reported: Overstimulation, restlessness, tremor, dizziness, headache[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Frequency not reported: Dry mouth, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation[Ref]

Genitourinary

Frequency not reported: Urinary frequency, dysuria[Ref]

Ocular

Frequency not reported: Blurred vision[Ref]

Dermatologic

Frequency not reported: Sweating[Ref]

References

1. Product Information. Prelu-2 (phendimetrazine). Boehringer-Ingelheim. 2001;PROD.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.