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Ionamin is a drug to treat obesity. The generic of this drug is phentermine. This will discuss the use of the drug and its availability through prescription. Obesity is very common problem in the U. S., and its importance cannot be stressed enough because it can lead to diseases such as from diabetes to cancer. There are many causes, and there are different forms of treatment. This will review the issues of obesity further.

There are many causes of obesity including genetic, psychosocial, and environmental factors. It has been studied that women are more likely to be obese compared to men. There is a difference in ethnic background as Hispanic and black women tend to be more obese. There is also a relation between different income levels as lower income families are more obese.

The definition of obesity is based on the BMI, body mass index. This is a calculation which defines obesity as a BMI between 30 and above. An overweight person has a BMI of 25 to 29.9.

Losing weight can be a difficult task, however, if the obese lost only 5% of their weight that would also have a positive effect in preventing harmful diseases. They could slow any possible formation of diseases like diabetes or heart disease. Ways to combat obesity have been developed which consists of a team effort by medical and non-medical staff. To be initially assessed, a physician should be seen because aside from diet and exercise, underlying disease can be identified and treated.

People who could be referred by the physician are nutritionists and mental health professionals. They can help with providing the best diet to lose weight and avoiding certain things which may interfere with their health such as salt in a person with hypertension. Other related causes of overeating can be explored. Of course, exercise is the last item to be accomplished. An exercise specialist can plan optimal workouts to help with additional weight loss.

Whether these provide the optimum treatment or not, prescription drugs might be the next option. With the use of these drugs, diet and exercise should be continued. Doctors prescribe drugs like Xenical and Ionamin (phentermine).

Looking more closely at Ionamin or phentermine, a prescription by a doctor is the safest route in obtaining this drug. There are advertisements for non-prescription Ionamin which can be obtained online. However, it is better to be seen by a doctor because they can do a full assessment, and they can follow up on the treatment. This drug is a short-term drug for 12 weeks. Results after this time would rule the medication was a success, and use of the drug should be stopped.

This drug has side effects which include insomnia, dry mouth, and hypertension. The doctor should be notified if these problems occur or become severe. The side effects should be taken into account.