Just wondering if anyone has taken phentermine after vsg?? If so why or why not?

I've lost 42 pounds in a little over three months and will be thrilled to hit 50 at four months. Slow and steady wins the race.

I think I may be the only one on here that has the balls to admit I am currently taking Phentermine after WLS. I was sleeved on August 31, 2012 and have lost 60lbs. I got very discouraged in my weight loss venture. I am human and give in to temptation just like most of us do. My weakness is Mr Pibb. I know it's a horrible thing and I'd lose way more if I'd stop drinking 2 sodas a day. Which is a huge improvement from about 2 -2 liters a day before surgery. I don't need anyone preaching to me what I already know.

I have a hard time drinking Water and yes I've put everything known to man in it to make it more desirable, but no luck. I can go 12 plus hours with out drinking a drop of anything. My Dr says I have water weight gain and has put me on the Phentermine to make me thirsty and to help with the water weight. Phentermine isn't a quick fix and I still have lots of weight to lose, but it has helped me get over the depression I have felt for quite sometime about the weight not coming off. I lost 10lbs on it and I am way thirsty. He only prescribed it a month and I'm glad he did.

I have found that if I actually get out and walk around for a little while I start to notice more energy. I also have learned to pre-weigh and pre-pack my lunches and dinners for the week. This is a huge life changing journey and man what a roller coaster ride it has been.

I'm sure most of you are appalled about the phentermine after surgery, but some of us need that little extra boost to help us get through hard times. Especially when there is no support and a strong ear would be nice to have for thoughts and wonders.

So before you are quick to judge me, remember we are all human and no-one on this earth is perfect.

I know I've lost a lot in a short matter of time but I've seen so many people lose 60-70 pds by now I guess I need to stop looking at other people's progress. . That's what discourages an makes me think I'm not losing fast enough.

Hi Minnie,

Have you read the link that is in Butterthebean's signature? It's really helpful and explains the science behind plateaus. Although it addresses "stalls" early on post-op, it's applicable to any time. Here it is, if you haven't see it: http://www.dsfacts.com/weight-loss-stall-or-plateau.html

Keep in mind that everyone starts at a different place and loses at a different rate. This is not a contest, not even a destination, but a journey. We will all get there if we stay focused and do what we know we should be doing.

And trust me, I get caught up in comparisons, too. I just have to tell my OCD to calm down and work through it.

~Kat

Hi Minnie' date='

Have you read the link that is in Butterthebean's signature? It's really helpful and explains the science behind plateaus. Although it addresses "stalls" early on post-op, it's applicable to any time. Here it is, if you haven't see it: http://www.dsfacts.com/weight-loss-stall-or-plateau.html

Keep in mind that everyone starts at a different place and loses at a different rate. This is not a contest, not even a destination, but a journey. We will all get there if we stay focused and do what we know we should be doing.

And trust me, I get caught up in comparisons, too. I just have to tell my OCD to calm down and work through it.

~Kat

Thank you so much for this!!! very good information.