What should I do if I miss a dose of Qsymia?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

If you miss a dose of the prescription weight-loss drug Qsymia (phentermine and topiramate), wait until the following morning to take your usual dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for one you missed.

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