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I have been on phentermine for 3 weeks with a low calorie diet of 1200-1500 calories a day. i have only lost 5lbs. is this normal?
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I recommend: A drug free way, increase your aerobic activity and be patient, it may take many weeks.
Answered 3/7/2014
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