Ionamin is manufactured by Celltech Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
What does Ionamin® look like?

Ionamin capsules are available in two strengths, 15mg and 30mg.

Ionamin 15mg: yellow/grey capsules imprinted with “IONAMIN 15.”
Supplied in bottles of 100’s and 400’s

Ionamin 30 mg: yellow capsules, imprinted with “IONAMIN 30.”
Supplied in bottles of 100’s and 400’s
What is Ionamin prescribed for?

Ionamin is used as a weight loss aid for the heavily overweight. In addition to taking Ionamin patients are expected to adopt a healthy diet and program of regular exercise.
Who should Ionamin be prescribed for?

Ionamin should be prescribed for obese patients with an initial BMI (body mass index) of 30+, or those with a BMI of 27 or above if other risk factors are presence (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia).

Capsules are indicated as a short-term (a few weeks) adjunct in a regimen of weight reduction based on exercise, behavioral modification, and caloric restriction in the management of exogenous

Ionamin is not recommended for:

* Children of 16 years or younger
* The elderly

How does Ionamin work?

Ionamin suppresses feelings of hunger by acting on parts of the central nervous system. The active ingredient in Ionamin is the generic drug phentermine.

Ionamin has similar chemical make up to amphetamine and other stimulant drugs that have a history of abuse. Ionamine is known to be habit forming and should not but used for longer periods that a few week. Nor should Ionamin be taken by any on other than whom the Doctor prescribed it for.