Phendimetrazine Tartrate

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Mar 18, 2024

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Bontril PDM (discontinued)

Availability:

By prescription

Therapeutic Class:

Sympathomimetic amines (anorectic drugs)

Forms:

Tablet, extended-release capsule

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Short-term add-on treatment for exogenous obesity along with a reduced-calorie diet

Controlled Status:

Schedule III controlled substance


Phendimetrazine Tartrate Drug Class

Phendimetrazine tartrate (fen-dee-metrah-zeen tar-trayt) is a sympathomimetic amine and anorectic (appetite suppressant).

Phendimetrazine Tartrate Age Range

Phendimetrazine tartrate is approved for use in adults. This medication is not recommended for people 17 years of age or younger.