"i started taking phentermine because i was obese and had high blood pressure.  in a matter of 3 weeks i lost 19 lbs and still losing.  i took 1 pill in the morning at about 9 and munched on pork rinds. for lunch i ate a can of soup or similar food that was about 150 calories. i drank sobe 0 calorie vitamin drink and ate a normal size meal for supper.  i was not hungry and my blood pressure has dropped.  i feel wonderful.  no side effects at all."