Step 5: Provider-directed evaluation If constipation persists despite the steps above for more than 4 weeks, provider evaluation is appropriate
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Participants on the highest dose (120 mg twice daily) experienced an average HbA1c reduction of 1.16 percentage points and a weight loss of 4.17 kilograms
In addition, phentermine may cause headaches, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhea, and constipation, among other side effects