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HI kelli_panzera! I think we have a good group thus far and hopefully, no one "crashes" the party :) And big congrats on being under 200lb!! That is great and so glad to see it helping! If you're starving, I would suggest a really filling breakfast with loaded protein. I purchased some protein powder and do half a scoop in…

It is all about what you want to do with your body. It sounds like you're doing great on your own and most likely, wouldn't need it (in my opinion). But I was given phen due to my drastic low hormone levels and making sure that they will be leveled with some added weight loss. That is the reason for my phen rx and was…

Right on! That is excellent!!

As my docs have put it "Phen Phen" was the bad older brother and "Phentermine" is the good younger sister. Much luck to you!

I always question what is given to me in a medical office and do extensive research before and after. I read the good and the bad with phen and made the decision to take it. I also work in a field that deals with medical providers, medication etc daily so I know where to ask questions and not be the "sheep". That is your…

I was about to ask the same thing. I'm curious to know what you were doing post-phen and what you were eating and doing for workouts? Stomachs do decrease (in size) with time when one is eating less but I don't know and can't say how much I attribute to the pill not wanting to stuff my face because I didn't really do that…

Hi CHGraf87! Wow! Sounds like a lot is going on in your current medical history and lots of changes need to be made. Well, 192 down 10-15 pounds in a month can be attainable for sure. I lost 12 pounds in my first month and gained a couple back while I got the dreaded flu but was quickly off once I felt better and back at…

I would love to hear more of your experience with gaining weight from phentermine.

Hi Brianna, Let me get this straight- so far you've lost 80 lbs from WW and now 11 from phen? First off, congrats that is great and definitely keep going! Can I ask what workouts you do and your caloric intake currently?

Yes, thank you I have a bachelor's degree and have a profound reading ability. It is not speed and I don't believe doctors would be prescribing it if it they didn't have a successful outcome from the medication nor everlasting side effects. Everyone has different medical problems and some side effects may be increased due…

I don't think people are truthful most of the time that said- I took it and I gained it all back! I would bet money that the bad habits came back. Or when people think they've lost all the weight and now they can go back to their old lifestyle too! No, no, no! It doesn't work. I've been watching "My 600lb Life" on TLC and…

Much luck to you!

My best friend did phen only for 3 months plus metformin for her PCOS and lost 50lbs and has continued to lose and keep it off. She keeps the same diet and exercise (she does Zumba once or twice a week) plus walking all over campus. She is getting her PhD and she doesn't have all the time in the world to workout but she…

No, I understood what you were saying but I have met several people on this site that are currently using phen and would hope they find this page to log their success as well.

Yup that's the plan :) Still have at least another 55 lbs to go after the phen so this site will be my everything still :) Thanks for the support!

Also, this pill will have different effects on people who are in their 20's, 30's, 40's, 50's +. Every person in the world has a different body and reaction to medication so one person can't speak on the pills behalf. Not even me. There are people that have lost 50 pounds at the end of their phen RX and I'm getting close…

Well my fat loss and BMI has gone down in 3 months so I'm not sure what else I would be "losing"? 24 pounds of water weight isn't it either. Many people seek professional help from a doctor because what they are doing isn't working. As I've said myself, it was a battle for 2 1/2 years and I ate a strict clean diet plus…

Well this is all she said: New to myfitnesspal and also just started Phentermine. Looking for friends that can give any advice / support and ill do the same :) I think she made up her mind on phentermine before making this post. So, it appears she was looking to those who have been on it or currently on it.

kelli_panzera- would love to hear your stories and success with it too! Look for the current topic I just posted with some cool chicks who are on phen!

5 weeks!! That is incredible!! So happy for you too! Yes, the negative "nancy's" are wonderful but again, I would take advice from my doctor any day! Yes, I feel like I can look at food that I used to love and say, you know what that's not in my plan today. And walk away without thinking twice. If I do have a craving, I…

Nice!! Yes, it took over two years with constant monitoring from TWO doctors to finally put me on phen. It really all depends on your history etc and if your doctor thinks it's worth trying. I used to be able to eat right and exercise forever and lose the weight but my body experienced a drop in progesterone (a drastic one…

Look for my new topic on the 3 month update! Would love to hear your stories along the way and have the support :)

I'm with you, hun. Just posted a new topic about 3 months on phen and about to be done with my 30mg! Some of these people want to educate you on the harms and effects but your doctor decided this was best for you so I would listen to your doc ;) . Just drink lots of water, eating is huge with phentermine and there will be…

Thank you. I have seen a lot of users who do use it so hopefully they find this post.

Well 12 weeks is 3 months and that's typically the common time frame that it is given. All drugs have given side effects and I am on it due to my doctor taking plenty of tests and tracking my weight for almost 3 years. It has caused way more weight loss than exercise and diet alone for me (Mind you, I eat clean and workout…

Amen! Yes! :) This is what I was also trying to say!

I agree with CrystalQ222!! Do not get it from online! Only from a doctor (in my opinion) or a weight loss facility! I think a doctor is best because they can keep track of your heart plus address any other health concerns. Online has some scary stuff and you just don't know what you're buying!

Totally agree with what you're saying. However, in my situation, I have been trying to lose weight for 2 1/2 years and it was not working in my favor. I workout 6 times a week + a healthy diet + I am a fitness instructor and still managed to gain 20 pounds. The doctor needed to boost my metabolism and my current…

It really did curb my appetite and food cravings. I watched my friend take it 2 years ago and she lost 50 pounds on it and has not gained the weight back. She is still consistent with her eating habits and working out. It is a jump start for people, as myself and gives some energy. I don't think it's fair to knock those…

I am currently on Phen after 2 1/2 years of weight loss failure and mind you- I work out 5-6 times a week for 1-3 hours plus clean eating. It was due to my hormones not being balanced and fighting against me. Plus gaining weight when I was eating right and exercising religiously. I will say that you need to talk to your…