A patient is prescribed phentermine (Ionamin) in an effort to promote weight loss. What is the most common adverse effect of phentermine?
A) Dry mouth
B) Hypernatremia
C) Fatigue
D) Hypoglycemia
A
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The most commonly reported adverse effects of phentermine are nervousness, dry mouth, constipation, and hypertension. Hypernatremia, fatigue, and hypoglycemia are not adverse effects of phentermine.
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