I have taken phentermine and phendimetrazine as an appetite suppressant and neither of them worked for me. I've been going to a weight loss doctor and he has now prescribed diethylpropion 75 mg controlled release. I have taken it for two days and still have not noticed a difference. I was wondering how quickly it was supposed to work. I know the 25 mg pills are supposed to work immediately. Also, if anyone is taking the 75 mg, what time of day do you take it and is it on an empty stomach? I've lost 13 lbs so far on just dieting, but if the appetite suppressant would work, I'm sure I could lose more. Thanks for your help.
How quickly does diethylpropion 75 mg CR begin to work?
Question posted by lfudge on 2 Oct 2009
Last updated on 13 June 2024 (3 weeks ago) by Ghoulish-mama
8 Answers
Ghoulish-mama
13 June 2024
I started taking diethylpropion 75 mg extended release 3 days ago and the first 2 days I felt nauseous and couldn’t eat anything , I did take on a empty stomach suppose to take I’m am before breakfast but getting up at 3:15 am for work who want to eat breakfast that early . But I always have my coffee n protons so I had that in my belly but I still felt nauseous . And my doc suggested I stop taking has any one experience this and what did yaw do !
Mim4
13 Oct 2017
I started the diethylpropion 75mg about a month ago. I noticed my decrease in my appetite w/in a week. I was told it would be longer though. I have lost about 15 LBS. I am feeling so much better! I am happy w/the results. I normally feel hungry and want a snack in the evening... not anymore! I also eat smaller meals. If I eat too much I feel sick. I can tell when I need to stop eating... I hope this helps anyone else looking for answers.
Discouraged67
9 Dec 2016
I'm new to all this and I'm discouraged!!! This is day three of my experience with Tenuate ER 75 mg, not much has changed. I feel only a little less hungry than usual. No other side effects other than a little more energy during the day. At 6'0 and 265 weight and male, maybe the once daily dose is too light for me - not sure. If anyone has any advice for me please share!!!
Smr4040
6 Oct 2016
I was taking 75 mg and my provider said to take it in the am. Now I'm taking 25 mg 3 times a day because it was giving me too much anxiety, but I lost 15 lbs in a month, and have not bounced back after a month later.
cvdixon29
21 March 2015
I am on it now, I have been losing around 3 to 7 seven pounds per week, I am morbidly obese so I am glad it's working. It suppresses my appetite so much if i eat as soon as the food hits my stomach i get sick. This is a good medication, but you have to take it daily and not skip days unless you over sleep and forget to take it. It stays in your system approximately 14 hours so it will disturb your sleep if you take it too late in the day. I love this medication! I did ask my doctor about getting tolerant to it and she said that normally they use it for 6 months and then you take a month break and then do 6 months again, but they will only do this if you are losing weight on it! I know eating healthy and getting more exercise will work well instead of being dependent on medication, but my health is so bad from my being severely overweight, I have numerous issues going on, so this is a good option for me this time. I wish everyone the best of luck that use it!!!
Lady500
1 March 2015
I started taking the medicine this pass Friday, and right away I know it decreases my appetite because I eat a lot of junk, this morning( Sunday) I seen a whole pack of Oreo cookies in my kitchen, and did not touch it. And I went to a wedding reception and did not touch any of the side food, or the sweets. I am the type of person when ever I go into the store I have to get a candy bar or soda. But I haven't had the craving. I think it also a psychological part that comes with any medicine or major decision. I am taking the 75mg, and I am on a protein diet for the first week with the medicine. I think every week is something different or I can add in another food. Also the doctor told me it's important to drink plenty of water. I do have a particular time I was instructed to take it, which is 12 noon, I hope some of these things will help.
I know how you feel it was hard for me without the medicine and I am not the type person who like taking pills, so far it seems to be working. My doctor also said, less food more weight you will lose, if you really not hungry don't get, I know that sound simple, but I am able to eat a pretty good amount so what he saying even though I know I can eat this amount, if I am not hungry don't eat it. I also think the water is a key to it all, even though I haven't been drinking it like I should.
Xoxo55
27 June 2015
I am new to Tenuate. Today is my first day June 27th/15) taking 75 MG. I am use to taking phentermine 35.5 but my body got use to it and it was not doing much, so my doctor said to try Tenuate because it is extended release and phentermine was not. He said I should take it mid morning and it should last till dinner time. That's when I am the most hungry is at night because I am way to busy during the day to eat at my office and I know that's bad but I am looking to do the Paleo diet with Tenuate. I took it about an hour ago and I feel the energy now and I am not hungry as I was craving to eat again, I took Tenuate to help my craving. I guess it works for me within the hour of taking Tenuate. Could be the manufacturer company LANNE? I know different manufacturers make generic Tanuate are there ways to find the ratings or reviews?
lucious02
29 Sep 2010
I Have been taking diethylpropion 75mg since 9/17/10, which I lost 12lb so far. (within three days i could see results) In the morning I will eat a fruit w/ piece of turkey breast sandwich meat ,then no later than 9:30am sometimes 10:00 with a full glass of water I will take medicine. Make sure you getting enough water in body.Also you may wanna try to eat a fruit , vegetables or meat even if you not hungry every three hours and see if that will help.
Andreane_parker
2 Oct 2009
Yes Diethylpropion 75mg is a good medication but you can notice the difference only after you take this medication atleast for 5 weeks..Have faith on it you will loose weight definitely.
Try to take the medication half an hour before breakfast.
lfudge
2 Oct 2009
Thank you for your answer. When you say it takes 5 weeks, do you mean 5 weeks to notice a difference in weight loss? I want to know how long it should take before it starts to suppress my appetite. I have read that the 25 mg dose works immediately. I don't think I can continue to be hungry on this diet if the appetite suppressant isn't going to work.
robbi4564
10 Dec 2011
Taking 75mg after two weeks I dropped 5 pounds
Decrease in appetite kicked in for me really good after one week but everyone is different I have tried it all and after 3 mos I have lost 20 lbs so good luck to you
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