You can treat a sore throat or an ear infection with pills, but when it comes to losing weight most health professionals agree that a diet pill is not the way to go. There are, however, medications approved by the Food and Drug Administration to aid in weight loss, if used under a doctor’s supervision along with regular exercise and a well-balanced diet.
Some of these drugs limit fat absorption and others suppress the appetite. Those that limit fat absorption include orlistat (Xenical), which is available in a lower-strength over-the-counter version called Alli; it works by blocking the lipase enzyme and inhibiting the breakdown of dietary fats so undigested fat passes through the body. It has been shown to promote modest weight loss in some studies.강남다이어트병원
Other weight loss pills suppress the appetite by acting on parts of the brain that control hunger. These drugs include amphetamine-like stimulants such as phentermine (Dipex-P, Pro-Fast) and diethylpropion (Tenuate, Dospan). They are usually prescribed on a short-term basis. There are also newer, non-stimulant medications that act on the brain’s neurotransmitters, such as liraglutide (Saxenda) and semaglutide (Wegovy).
Many weight loss pills have caused significant side effects, including fecal incontinence and pancreatitis. Some have even been linked to heart valve damage and pulmonary hypertension. Some have been taken off the market, most notably the combination of fenfluramine and phentermine marketed as Fen-Phen, which was linked to severe health problems such as pulmonary hypertension, heart valve disease and liver failure.다이어트약
Some weight loss medications are not recognised by the NHS, such as orlistat, because of safety concerns. Some have been successful in clinical trials but are not yet available, such as naltrexone-bupropion (Contrave). If you want to try taking a diet pill, check with your GP first. He or she can discuss your options and help you decide whether they are safe and appropriate for you.