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Side effects of Long Term & Short Term use weight loss pill
Weight loss pills are those which are also treated as appetite suppressants such as Phenylpropanolamine and
Caffeine pills. Out of the many weight loss pills
available in the market, many are laxative and others are addictive. These pills
should never be taken without the prescription of a doctor because of the health
risks involved. It is for those suffering from serious obesity with a body mass
index of 35 and more.
Side effects for long term use weight loss pills drugs
2 Prescription weight loss pills have been approved by the Food
and Drug Administration for long-term weight loss.
These drugs work in much different ways and are known to generate
many different side effects. One blocks or prevents fat absorption
and thus decreases your caloric intake and the other one suppresses
your appetite by blocking your hunger receptors in your brain.
| Drug |
Type |
Works Method |
Popular Side Effects |
Orlistat
(Xenical) |
Lipase inhibitor
Approved in 1999 |
Prevents the absorption of fat in
your intestines |
Frequent oily bowel movements, diarrhea, bloating and abdominal pain |
| Sibutramine (Meridia) |
Appetite suppressant Approved in 1997 |
Changes your brain chemistry, making you feel full more quickly |
High blood pressure, headache, dry mouth, problems sleeping and constipation |
 Side effects for short term use weight loss pills drugs
Drug : Phentermine (Adipex - P))
Type : Appetite suppressant. Approved in 1959
Works Method : Changes your brain chemistry, making you feel full more quickly
Typical Dosage : Not to be taken for more than 12 weeks.
Popular Side Effects : Tachycardia - Which is increased heart rate;
Nausea and Vomiting;
May increase your blood pressure;
May cause Palpitations;
May cause Insomnia and Restlessness
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