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Have bipolar and take phentermine can the phentermine bring on a manic episode?
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Yes it can: Phentermine is known to induce mania like symptoms even in people who do not have bipolar disorder. Phentermine is to be taken with great caution under the supervision of physician as it is habit forming, causes mood changes, anxiety, irritability, hallucinations and aggression.
Answered 12/12/2018
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Bipolar?: Is a chronic remittent illness ; outcome of treatment depends on u med compliance, avoiding all illicit drugs and reducing u stress level. Do not take any medication without discussing it with u pcp and try to see a therapist also to help u decrease u stress level.
Answered 7/3/2019
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