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Im on phentermine&metformin 3days & i felt my heart speed up, short breath, body got hot&cold, gagging, &now, i feel a poke in my chest. side affects ?
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Yes: These are typical side effects of phentermine. To be sure consult with your physician particularly if the persist after the meds.
Answered 2/3/2015
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Pent ermine: Can cause the heart to speed up. Metformin is used to treat diabetes to lower blood sugar and as blood sugar drops then the heart can speed up.
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