I was prescribed a diet pill that is close to an amphetamine, but just a strong stimulant, what are some real?

Question by ghost: I was prescribed a diet pill that is close to an amphetamine, but just a strong stimulant, what are some real?
diet pills that are actually amphetamines? I was thinking about asking a doctor for some real amphetamine diet pills next month when I run out. I know they are expensive but I thought there might be an old generic amphetamine diet pill that doesn’t cost that much.
I only plan to take them for a few months to lose weight. Medicaid doesn’t cover them so they are expensive and I won’t need them after I’ve lost enough weight. I also used to use speed in my 20’s so I don’t want to become addicted. I just plan to take it like it’s normally prescribed.
The name of the pill I was prescribed it’s called phendimetranzine er 105 mg. I take one a day.
I’m going to ask for desoxyn 15 mg. daily next month. If they say no I will ask for adderall 15-30 mg. daily. If they say no, I will continue to use phendimetranzine er 105 mg cap once daily. Because it does seem to rid of my appitite. But I would love to have desoxyn for 2-3 months at 15 mg. daily. I know it would take off the weight I need to lose. Then when I am 185 pounds, I want to lift some weights a few times a week to have some upper body strength. It seems like when I am 185 women don’t care if I have no car, and live with my mom. They all the sudden treat me like I’m Matt Damon. lol Thanks for the information. You always know the most about medication. I thought my real mom was a genuis about prescription pills when she was alive, but your medical training makes you even more knowledgeable.

Best answer:

Answer by Mathieu
What “close to an amphetamine” diet medication were you prescribed? And why do you think you require “real” amphetamines for weight loss? Why don’t you at least give what you were prescribed a chance?

Here is the break down of the weight loss drugs (anorectics), some of which are NOT approved for weight loss/exogenous obesity.

The first group of drugs are the type you are interested in, amphetamines. These drugs are schedule II drugs, indicating they have a high risk of abuse and only one is approved for exogenous obesity.

Adderall (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine)
This drug is NOT approved for weight loss but it is occasionally used in EXTREME situations.
Normally 5-10 mg tablets are taken 30-60 before meals (15-30 mg/day)
Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine)
This drug is NOT approved for weight loss but it is occasionally used in EXTREME situations.
Normally 5-10 mg tablets are taken 30-60 before meals (15-30 mg/day)
Desoxyn (methamphetamine)
This is THE ONLY amphetamine approved for exogenous obesity. However this drug more than any other is rarely used due to extreme stigma, since it is “meth.” This is also only used in EXTREME situations.
Normally 5 mg tablets are taken 30-60 before meals (15 mg/day)
Desoxyn is also, by far, the most expensive amphetamine.

Although not an amphetamine, methylphenidate is a powerful stimulant however it has significantly less anorectic effects.
Ritalin (methylphenidate)
This drug is NOT approved for weight loss but it is occasionally used in extreme situations.
5-20 mg tablets 30-60 min before means (15-60 mg)

Only the short acting versions of these drugs are used for weight loss.

All of the drugs below are NOT technically amphetamines however most are substituted amphetamine and have similar actions to amphetamine.

These are Schedule III drugs meaning they have a lower risk of abuse relative to schedule II drugs.

Didrex (benzphetamine)- This drug breaks down into two primary active metabolites, amphetamine and methamphetamine
Bontril (phendimetrazine)- This drug breaks down into the active metabolite phenmetrazine, a powerful stimulant withdrawn from the market due to abuse.

These are Schedule IV drugs meaning they have low potential for abuse relative to schedule II and III drugs.

Adipex-P (phentermine), the most prescribed weight loss medication with fairly good results when combined with an exercise and diet programme.
Tenuate (diethylpropion), more related to substituted cathinone/substituted amphetamine. Diethylpropion is probably the most effective schedule IV drug (when combined with an exercise and diet programme) yet its abuse potential is low.
Meridia (sibutramine), although shown to help with weight loss (on a small scale) it’s chemical actions are exactly those of an antidepressant. Although still a controlled substance it is not abused.
There are major safety concerns and this drug should be avoided (it has been removed from The European market) until its safety can be established

Prescription required, not a substance of abuse
Xenical (orlistat). Alli is available OTC, it is just a smaller dose of orlistat. It has little benefit and most people stop treatment due to side effects.

In some US states it is illegal for a doctor to prescribe schedule II stimulants (amphetamines and methylphenidate) for weight loss. Normally doctors can prescribe drugs “off-label” for a non-approved condition.

It is also very rare for a doctor to prescribe amphetamines unless they specialize in weight loss and typically they use the medication in addition to eating healthy, education, and working out, many of these doctors have a small gym in their practice. Normally drugs are prescribed short term but occasionally a drug like Tenuate or Adipex-p are used long term but only if they are efficacious.

They may also be used in situations when a patients weight is life threatening (imminently).

Schedule IV drugs are more commonly prescribed and they are generally accepted as appropriate for weight loss, schedule III drugs are rarely used.

These drugs can be safe but there are risks and amphetamines in particular can become a problem. It is also a VERY slippery slope adding an amphetamine to the opioid (especially tramadol which increases seizure risk), the barbiturate, the hypnotic benzodiazepine, and the anxiolytic benzodiazepine you already take. Make sure your doctor is FULLY INFORMED about your other medications.

Boxer Anthony Mundine's glowing reference letter help mate avoid jail
Judge Parsons told Briggs his crime had a lasting effect on his victim. "I've got no doubt that moment (you robbed him at knifepoint) will remain with him for a long time," the judge said. Judge Parsons noted it was Briggs' first time in court. He said … Read more on Herald Sun

No Denial From Bret Stephens Re. Yeshiva University Panel Slurs
Six years later, Adam is still “rolling”—that's slang for the use of Molly, or MDMA, a purportedly pure form of ecstasy or 3,4-methylenedioxy-N-methylamphetamine—two to three times a month, or every day if he's at a music festival. He has company … Read more on Daily Beast

Teva Reports Third Quarter 2013 Results
"During the quarter we had six successful generic product launches in the U.S. alone, and are pleased that our generic business continues to benefit from a long-term, sustainable and profitable growth. We are also satisfied with the performance of our … Read more on MarketWatch