A patient has been taking phentermine and topiramate [Osymia] for 6 months for weight loss. The nurse weighs the patient and notes a 3% weight loss since beginning the drug. The nurse will expect the prescriber to:

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If a patient who is taking phentermine and topiramate has not lost 5% of weight by 6 months, the drug should be discontinued. Patients losing only 3% or less by 3 months of therapy may benefit from an increased or continued dose. Switching to another nonamphetamine produce is not recommended.

A Patient Has Been Taking Phentermine and Topiramate [Osymia] for 6