- Both Adipex and Phentermine are commonly prescribed by physicians as an appetite suppressant to treat obesity in patients. This drug can be habit forming and must be used as directed by a doctor.
- Adipex, manufactured by Gate Pharmaceuticals, is a brand name given to a diet pill that contains the chemical substance "phentermine." Generic Phentermine is manufactured by various companies such as Qualitest Pharmaceuticals, Purepac Pharmaceutical Company, and Eon Labs Manufacturing. (Resource1)
- Adipex comes in an oblong 37.5-mg. white and blue tablet, or a capsule that is blue on one end and white with two dark blue stripes on opposite ends. This tablet will always have the name "Adipex" embossed on the pill, according to Drugs.com. Phentermine is produced by several different pharmaceutical companies, and is available in a variety of colors, sizes, and strengths. (Reference 2)
- Adipex is available only in a strength of 37.5 mg, while Phentermine is prescribed in dosages ranging from 15 mg to 37.5 mg. It is very possible to have different outcomes from taking various dosages of this drug, since a higher-strength tablet will act more as an appetite suppressant.
- The side effects of Adipex and Phentermine are virtually the same. Both medications advise that they are for short-term use, as they can be habit forming. They both concur that side effects can range from feeling nervous or anxious to insomnia.
