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Tatum’s Story
Tatum is 36 years old, married, and has three children. She became aware of her weight in high school. “As I grew up and had children, I realized that I had a problem with my weight,” Tatum says.
Diabetes and High Blood Pressure Runs in Tatum’s Family<
“Both my mom and dad have diabetes and high blood pressure,” states Tatum. “That was a major deal for me when I turned 35, to make sure that I didn’t develop those problems as well.”
Weight-loss diets and treatments failed her
“I’ve done all those awesome diets; the military diet, lemon juice diet, bacon diet and I’ve tried Atkins,” explains Tatum. “I’ve also tried regular diet and exercise and none of them worked.”
Discovering Lomaira
My doctor recommended that I take a lower dose medication, Lomaira,” states Tatum. “The great thing about Lomaira is that it is a low-dose medication so you can take it throughout the day.”
Dosage should be individualized to obtain an adequate response with the lowest effective dose. The usual adult dose is one tablet three times a day 30 minutes before meals. This tablet is scored to facilitate administering one half of the usual dosage for patients not requiring the full dose. Phentermine hydrochloride is not recommended for use in pediatric patients 16 years of age or younger. Late evening medication should be avoided because of the possibility of resulting insomnia.
Getting results
Lomaira has helped Tatum lose 14% of her body weight. “With Lomaira, I find that I have better portion control,” Tatum says. “I no longer have to have the big 11-inch plate, I can eat off the 7-inch plate and still get just as satisfied and enjoy all my favorite foods.”
The Lomaira difference
"I think that I’ve made lifestyle changes that will allow me to maintain my weight that I’ve lost,” states Tatum. “For me, reaching the goal of 183 is a great accomplishment. I’m doing it my way, which is healthy and stable. It’s not a short-term fad diet for me.”
Individual results may vary.
" I like to use Lomaira because it’s affordable even without insurance coverage, unlike the newer obesity medications which are expensive and typically not covered. It is helpful to have an affordable option for patients who are paying cash for their medication. "
- Dr. Adam Gilden, MD
INDICATION
Lomaira™ (phentermine hydrochloride USP) 8 mg tablets, CIV is a prescription medicine used for a short period of time (a few weeks) for weight reduction and should be used together with regular exercise and a reduced-calorie diet. Lomaira is for adults with an initial BMI* of 30 or more (obese) or 27 or more (overweight) with at least one weight-related medical condition such as controlled high blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol. The limited usefulness of this drug class (anorectics), including Lomaira, should be measured against possible risk factors inherent in their use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Don’t take Lomaira™ if you have a history of cardiovascular disease (e.g., coronary artery disease, stroke, arrhythmias, congestive heart failure or uncontrolled high blood pressure); are taking or have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor drug (MAOI) within the past 14 days; have overactive thyroid, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eyes), agitation or a history of drug abuse; are pregnant, nursing, or allergic to the sympathomimetic amines such as phentermine or any of the ingredients in Lomaira.
Taking phentermine with other drugs for weight loss is not recommended. Primary pulmonary hypertension (PPH), a rare fatal lung disease, has been reported in patients who had taken a combination of phentermine and fenfluramine or dexfenfluramine for weight loss. The possible association between phentermine use alone and PPH cannot be ruled out. Patients should report immediately if they experience any decrease in the amount of exercise that they can normally tolerate, shortness of breath, chest or heart pain, fainting or swelling in the lower legs.
Serious heart valve problems or disease have been reported in patients taking a combination of phentermine and fenfluramine or dexfenfluramine for weight loss. The possible role of phentermine has not been established, therefore the possibility of an association between heart valve disease and the use of phentermine alone cannot be ruled out.
If your body becomes adjusted to the maximum dose of phentermine so that its effects are experienced less strongly, the maximum dose should not be exceeded in an attempt to increase the effect.
Caution is advised when engaging in potentially hazardous activity such as driving or operating machinery while taking phentermine. Phentermine has the potential to be abused. Keep Lomaira in a safe place to prevent theft, accidental overdose, misuse or abuse. Using alcohol with phentermine may result in an adverse drug reaction.
Phentermine can cause an increase in blood pressure. Tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, even if it’s mild. If you are taking medicines for type 2 diabetes, your doctor may have to adjust these medicines while taking phentermine.
Some side effects of phentermine that have been reported include pulmonary hypertension, valvular heart disease, palpitations, increased heart rate or blood pressure, insomnia, restlessness, dry mouth, diarrhea, constipation and changes in sexual drive. These are not all of the potential side effects of phentermine. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
To report negative side effects of prescription drugs, contact FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or visit www.fda.gov/medwatch.
*Body Mass Index (BMI) measures the amount of fat in the body based on height and weight. BMI is measured in kg/m2.
