Pentermine & Topamax

Phentermine and Topiramate combination is used together to help you lose weight.

GOAL

Weight Management

PRODUCTS

Phentermine

DOWNTIME

None

COST

$150 for assessment and prescription

Dr. Talat, Board-Certified

Dr. Afnan Talat, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician with over 9 years of experience in medical practice. She is an expert in anti-aging and aesthetic medicine, specializing in Botox, fillers, weight loss, and sexual health management. Dr. Talat's has also worked at prestigious skincare brands' labs, such as Estée Lauder and Clinique, where she formulated and tested the best, clean skincare products. Dr. Talat is committed to a holistic approach to patient care.

Dr. Alcarez, DO

Dr. Kathryn Alcarez is a highly experienced Primary Care Physician with a remarkable focus on injectable treatments for over 5 years. With an educational background from Boston University, she has cultivated her expertise in a range of specialized areas, including Fillers, Radiesse, and Sculptra for body and hand rejuvenation. Dr. Alcarez is also extremely-versed in wellness and weight loss treatments. With her holistic approach, Dr. Alcarez strives to provide comprehensive care that addresses both the physical and motional well-being of her patients.

Krystelle Afif, Board-Certified NP

Krystelle is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner known for her natural-looking results and personalized approach. With a strong foundation in anatomy and precision techniques, she specializes in injectables such as Botox, Fillers, Sculptra, and Radiesse. She holds a BS in Nursing from NYU and an MS from Drexel University, and continues to refine her skills through advanced, hands-on aesthetic training.

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16 Years

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT TYPE OF MEDICATION IS PHENTERMINE?

Phentermine is a stimulant that can only be obtained with a prescription. Because of the risk of dependence, phentermine is classified as a controlled substance. It has a similar chemical structure to the stimulant amphetamine, which is also a controlled substance. Phentermine is currently available as a standalone medication under the brand names Adipex-P, Lomaira, and Suprenza. It's also found in weight-loss combination medications like Qsymia, which combines phentermine with another drug called topiramate.

HOW OFTEN DO I NEED TO TAKE PHENTERMINE AND TOPIRAMATE?

It is very important that you read all medication guides and follow all directions on your prescription label. You'll likely be instructed to take phentermine first thing in the morning, with or without food. While taking phentermine and topiramate, drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration and kidney stones.

If you have not lost a certain amount of weight within the first 12 weeks, your doctor may change your dose or tell you to stop taking this medication. Pay close attention to your doctor's dosing instructions and keep in mind that you must also adhere to a low-calorie diet.

IS QSYMIA COVERED BY INSURANCE?

Some insurance companies cover Qsymia as an obesity treatment, but the majority do not. Approximately one-third of insurance companies cover all FDA-approved weight loss medications, another third covers some drugs in limited circumstances, and the remaining third does not cover any pharmaceutical therapy for obesity.

In most states, Medicaid and other government insurance programs do not cover Qsymia or any other anti-obesity medication.

Fortunately, there are several ways to get Qsymia for a lower price, even if your insurance does not cover it. Come in for a consultation at StudioMD so we can discuss your treatment budget.

HOW MUCH WEIGHT CAN I EXPECT TO LOSE WITH TOPAMAX?

This is determined by your excess weight and your ability to adjust your diet while taking phentermine. Recent studies found that nearly 86 percent of overweight people who took phentermine for 14 weeks lost more than 5% of their body weight. Another study focused on people who were obese (but not overweight) and used phentermine for a 12-week course. It was found that almost 96 percent of them lost more than 5% of their body weight, and 62 percent of the same group lost more than 10% of their body weight.

DOES PHENTERMINE/TOPIRAMATE HAS ANY SIDE EFFECTS?

Because there have been few long-term studies on the safety of phentermine, it is currently only recommended for short-term use. However The FDA has approved phentermine in combination with topiramate for long-term use because the combined doses are lower than the maximum doses of the two drugs. The most common side effects of phentermine and combined phentermine and topiramate include dry mouth, sleep problems, dizziness, heart palpitations, skin flushing, fatigue, constipation, irritability, nausea and vomiting.