In addition to dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine, the VMAT transporters, in particular VMAT2, are responsible for vesicular import of serotonin (5-HT), histamine, and several trace amines such as the tyramines [para-tyramine ( p -tyramine), meta-tyramine ( m -tyramine), 3-methoxytyramine, and N-methyltyramine], -phenylethylamine (-PEA), and thyronamine (3-iodothyronamine)
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If medication suppresses your appetite so much that you consistently eat below these thresholds, discuss a dose reduction with your prescriber
Losing weight too fast, or without strength work, can cost you muscle and bone you do not want to lose
This helps prevent muscle tension
Maintenance phase: Once you reach your target dose, most patients remain on this dose long-term