Products
Amfepramone is commercially available in the form of capsules (e.g., Regenon). The drug is not registered in many countries.
Structure and properties
Amfepramone (C
13
H
19
NO, M
r
= 205.3 g/mol) is structurally related to cathinone.
Effects
Amfepramone (ATC A08AA03) has indirect sympathomimetic, appetite suppressant, and antiadipose properties. The effects are due to central inhibition of appetite.
Indications
As a 2nd-line agent for supportive treatment of patients with obesity with a BMI of 30 kg/m or greater.
2
.
Abuse
Amfepramone can be abused as a stimulant because of its stimulant properties.
