If you're still looking for a buddy, I'm just starting out on phen, and need and can give support.
I started today, weight 104.2kgs (I think 230lbs) and my Gp has prescribed 30s once a day. She has said I can only take the phen for three months. My goal is to lose 10% of my weight in that three months - which will really give me a great start!
I live in Australia - Western Australia - am married to Bob and we have three children (12,10&9), I am an Early Childhood Teacher working in Special Education (first year out! did my degree as a mature aged student!, and still studying to finish off my Ed Support certificate). I have dieted off and on for all of my life > I lose slowly, and tend to give up. I'm hoping this kick start will give me the motivation and the belief I can get to my goal of about 165-175 (I feel this is about as realistic as I can be at the moment and can reassess when I get there - I can't remember being under 175 in my adult life!)
Cheers for a great day, I hope to hear from you soon - send me a pm or email me at
lucas2006@westnet.com.au 