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hree drugs, specifically being marketed to help weight loss are allowed : Acomplia, or Sibutral Meridia and Xenical or Alli. These weight loss drugs are sold with a medical prescription, except Alli, which has been authorized for sale free the USA.Some other weight loss drugs, which are not specifically dedicated to weight loss, are also sometimes prescribed in specific cases.
Specific Weight Loss Drugs
These weight loss drugs are allowed for people suffering from obesity, ie having a body mass index (1) and more than 30 or whose overweight (index below 30) because of risks to health.
Clinical trials have shown that these drugs are effective for weight loss unless they are combined with a reduced calorie diet and exercise.
The Acomplia
The Acomplia received a marketing approval of the European Union in June 2006 while a committee of the FDA (the U.S. drug) has just recommended the rejection of his application for leave to the state Unis.
The Meridia (Sibutral)
The Sibutral or Meridia works by increasing the amount of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain to reduce the sensation of hunger and bring faster a sensation of satiety.
The Xenical and Alli
The Xenical blocks the absorption of some fat by the intestines.
OTHER MEDICINES
The Topamax
The Topamax, an anticonvulsant used to treat epilepsy and migraines, is sometimes used to reduce the urge to eat.
Antidepressants
Antidepressants are sometimes used in the case of binge for example, to treat an underlying depression. They are not generally effective for weight loss, weight gain is the opposite often a side effect of these drugs.
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