Adipex belongs to the category of oral appetite suppressant drugs that are prescribed for the short-term treatment of obesity. Adipex is one of the popular brands of Phentermine manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals to be marketed by Gate Pharmaceuticals.

Adipex is generally prescribed only for excessively overweight individuals who have conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol, which could lead to serious medical problems. Adipex is meant to be used only for a few weeks as part of an overall weight loss program, comprising of dieting, exercise, and counseling. Adipex is not meant for everyone.   More detail...