Fastin and Loperamide

• Generic Name: phentermine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Adipex-P, Lomaira, Suprenza

Phentermine is used as part of a short-term plan, along with a low calorie diet, for weight reduction. It is used in obese patients who have not been able to lose weight with diet and exercise alone. Phentermine belongs to the group of medicines known as appetite suppressants.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: loperamide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Diamode, Imodium A-D, Imodium A-D EZ Chews, Imodium A-D New Formula, Imodium, Maalox Anti-Diarrheal, Pepto Diarrhea Control, Imotil, Kao-Paverin, Kaopectate 1-D, Diar-Aid, Anti-Diarrheal [OTC]

Loperamide is used to treat diarrhea.

Loperamide is also used to reduce the amount of stool in people who have an ileostomy (re-routing of the bowel through a surgical opening in the stomach).

Loperamide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.