Phenmetrazine is a stimulant that limits appetite because of its effects on the hypothalamus, a control center in the brain. The drug is chemically related to amphetamine.
Brand or Common Names:
Preludin
Slang Terms:
Uppers, Preachers, Hearts
Medical Uses:
Treatment of Hyperkinesis, Narcolepsy, Weight Control
Duration of Effects:
2 to 4 hours
Possible Effects:
Increased Alertness, Excitation, Euphoria, Increased Pulse Rate and Blood Pressure, Insomnia, Loss of Appetite, Addiction, Death
Methods of Use:
Oral, Injected
Effects of Overdose:
Agitation, Increased Body Temperature, Hallucinations, Convulsions, Extreme Anorexia, Possible Stroke, Heart Attack, Memory Loss, Death
Withdrawal Symptoms:
Apathy, Long Periods of Sleep, Irritability, Depression, Disorientation, Suicidal Ideation, Nasal Discharge, Runny Nose, Tremors