Phendimetrazine
Active ingredient
- Drug class
- -
- Availability
- Prescription only
- Routes
- Oral
- Markets covered
- 1
- Products on record
- 4
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Phendimetrazine is a medication used for the short-term management of exogenous obesity [1]. It is intended as an adjunct to a weight reduction regimen that includes caloric restriction [1]. This medication is typically prescribed for individuals with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m² or higher who have not achieved sufficient weight loss through diet and exercise alone [1]. The duration of treatment is generally limited to a few weeks [1].
Phendimetrazine is available under various brand names [1].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 4 | December 19, 2025 |
USUnited States· FDA
4 products
Uses
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
, controlled hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia) who have not responded to appropriate weight reducing regimen (diet and/or exercise) alone. Below is a chart of Body Mass Index (BMI) based on various heights and weights. BMI is calculated by taking the patient’s weight, in kilograms (kg), divided by the patient’s height, in meters (m), squared.
0254 = meters The usefulness of agents of this class (see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY ) should be measured against possible risk factors inherent in their use such as those described below. Phendimetrazine tartrate is indicated for use as monotherapy only.
Body Mass Index Table
How to take
Drug interactions
Known interactions involving Phendimetrazine. Select one for details. This list is informational and not a complete interaction checker.
Interaction data compiled from DDInter (academic, CC-BY). Severity classification only - this is not a complete interaction checker and not medical advice.
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 162140d3-b833-46… · revised December 19, 2025 [PDF]
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