Guide Note:Didrex (Benzphetamine is a weight loss drug meant to be used in the short term management of obesity. It is closely related to amphetamines.
Fast Facts:
- Drug Class: Sympathomimetic
- Mechanism of Action: By ramping up the sympathetic system, appetite is suppressed
- Has a similar action as amphetamines but the abuse potential is less since it metabolizes much slower, and thus has a reduced effect
- Contraindications: Arteriosclerosis, Cardiovascular disease, Hypertension, Hyperthyroidism, Glaucoma, History of drug abuse
- Common Side Effects: Restlessness or tremor, anxiety or nervousness, headache or dizziness, insomnia, dry mouth or an unpleasant taste in your mouth, diarrhea or constipation, or impotence or changes in your sex drive.
Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking
Didrex (Benzphetamine).