Sarah, a 42-year-old female, requests a prescription for an anorexiant to treat her obesity. A trial of phentermine is prescribed. Prescribing precautions include:

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Anorexiants have the potential to cause tolerance and dependence, and should only be used for short-term treatment of obesity. It is important to monitor patients closely and discontinue use if no significant weight loss is achieved within 4 weeks. The other options listed are incorrect - obesity is not a contraindication to prescribing phentermine, postural hypotension is not a commonly reported side effect of phentermine, and renal function monitoring is not typically required while on anorexiants.

Sarah, a 42-Year-Old Female, Requests a Prescription for an Anorexiant