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Diet Pills
 In the obsessive pursuit of thinness many individuals turn to
the use and eventual abuse of diet pills. Both over the counter and prescription
diet pills are one of the most unhealthy and potentially dangerous ways to lose
weight. Unfortunately diet pills are common and easily accessible to everyone, including
minors. Just about every grocery store, pharmacy, convenience store and health food
store carries these highly addictive substances. It is all too common for individuals
to start off taking just a few diet pills and then before they know it graduate
to full addiction and dependence on the diet pills. Ephedrine, Caffeine, and Phenylpropranolamine
are just some of the dangerous and addictive substances found in diet pills. Herbal,
sometimes referred to as “natural” weight loss products, can be just as dangerous
as diet pills. All of these substances act as stimulants to the central nervous
system and much like speed, can have serious and potentially fatal side effects.
Complications of the use of diet pills include but are not limited to:
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Cardiac Arrest |
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Cardiac Arrhythmias |
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Congestive heart failure |
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Heart palpitations |
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Stroke |
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Seizures |
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Headaches |
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High blood pressure |
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Dizziness |
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Diarrhea |
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Vomiting |
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Anxiety |
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Irritability |
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Insomnia |
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Loss of libido |
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Blurred vision |
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Dry mouth |
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Paranoia |
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Menstrual irregularities |
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Death |
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Rader Programs understands and can successfully help individuals who have used diet
pills as part of their disorder. Our multidisciplinary treatment team has the expertise
and experience to address the medical and psychological components of the misuse
and possible dependence.
For more information or to arrange for a free confidential consultation, call
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