You can go to your doctor and talk about the various medications available to work with a behavior modification program to promote weight loss. Medications to promote weight loss are not for everyone. Recommendation for usage is limited to people who are severely overweight with a body mass index above 29kg/m2 and have failed at losing weight with diet and exercise alone.
Meridia
Meridia is a long-term weight loss drug. The primary mode of action is suppression of your appetite. This medication can be taken with or without food, but is part of your weight loss regimen. Meridia is paired with a reduced calorie diet and exercise regimen to help you lose weight. One side effect of the medication is its potential to be habit forming. Patients are advised to take Meridia at the same time every day to maintain the action of the drug. Skipping doses or doubling up your dose because you forgot to take it is not advised, according to Pub Med Health.
Phentermine
Phentermine, commonly known as Adipex, is a prescribed appetite suppressant. This medication is taken up to three doses per day. Phentermine is used in conjunction with diet and exercise to promote weight loss. Possible side effects of phentermine are increased jitters and rapid heart beat. Once your nervous system has adjusted to the medication, your weight loss typically slows down. This drug is used on a short-term basis of three to 12 weeks, depending on how much weight you have to loose and how your react to the medication, according to Pub Med Health.
Xenical
Xenical is a fat-blocking medication that is used to promote weight loss. Currently it is sold over-the-counter as Alli, but is still available by prescription. The Federal Drug Administration has issued new safety warning for the active ingredient orlistat in both Xenical and Alli for possible liver damage. This is a rare occurrence, but you should discuss treatment options and weigh the possible risks before starting a weight loss program using either medication. Xenical and Alli work to decrease fat absorption in your intestines. By reducing the amount of fat from your food, you will absorb fewer calories, thereby losing weight. Other possible side effects include oily stools and spotting, abdominal cramping, possible fat soluble vitamin deficiencies, difficulty controlling bowel movements and irregular menstrual cycles, says Pub Med Health.
Bontril
Bontril is another appetite suppressant. This medication creates the feeling of fullness by acting on the hypothalamus of your brain. This medication is used in conjunction with a low calorie diet and behavior modification according to Weight Loss Institute. This drug is recommended for short duration use because of your central nervous system may become addicted to the stimulation produced to help you lose weight.
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