Diethylpropion: Side Effects, Uses & Monitoring
Diethylpropion hydrochloride tablets USP, 25 mg are indicated in the management of exogenous obesity as a short-term adjunct (a few weeks) in a regimen of weight reduction based on caloric restriction in patients with an
- Data source
- FDA labeling via NIH DailyMed (label 5777eed8…)
- Label version
- current
- Last reviewed
- 2026
Reported adverse reactions
Reactions listed in current FDA labeling, with the highest frequency reported across summarized placebo-controlled trials.
No structured frequency data available in current labeling. Consult the official label.
Labeled uses (from FDA prescribing information)
Diethylpropion hydrochloride tablets USP, 25 mg are indicated in the management of exogenous obesity as a short-term adjunct (a few weeks) in a regimen of weight reduction based on caloric restriction in patients with an initial body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m 2 or higher and who have not responded to appropriate weight reducing regimen (diet and/or exercise) alone. Below is a chart of BMI based on various heights and weights. BMI is calculated by taking the patient's weight, in kilograms (kg), divided by the patient's height, in meters (m), squared. Metric conversions are as follows: pounds divided by 2.2 = kg; inches × 0.0254 = meters. Body Mass Index (BMI), kg/m 2 Weight (pounds) | Height (feet, inches) | | 5'0" | 5'3" | 5'6" | 5'9" | 6'0" | 6'3" | 140 | 27 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 150 | 29 | 27 | 24 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 160 | 31 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 20 | 170 | 33 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 180 | 35 | 32 | 29 | 27 | 25 | 23 | 190 | 37 | 34 | 31 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 200 | 39 | 36 | 32 | 30 | 27 | 25 | 210 | 41 | 37 | 34 | 31 | 29 | 26 | 220 | 43 | 39 | 36 | 33 | 30 | 28 | 230 | 45 | 41 | 37 | 34 | 31 | 29 |…
Conditions associated with Diethylpropion in labeling
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diethylpropion used for?
FDA labeling lists the approved uses shown above under "Labeled uses." This summary is informational; only a qualified prescriber can determine whether a medication is appropriate for you.
What are the most commonly reported side effects of Diethylpropion?
Current labeling for this ingredient does not include a structured frequency table that we can reproduce. Review the official label linked below.
Does Diethylpropion require lab monitoring?
Monitoring needs vary. Ask your healthcare provider whether any lab tests apply while taking Diethylpropion.
Where does this information come from?
All clinical facts on this page were extracted from the current FDA-registered product labeling for this ingredient, published by manufacturers through NIH DailyMed. See the source link below.
Medical disclaimer: Educational content extracted from public FDA labeling. Not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.