There are two ways on how weight loss pills are available, through prescription or buying in your local pharmaceutical store or supermarket.
Prescription diet pills are required by FDA and other Food and Drug International Agencies, to be regulated and other strict supervision of a physician. Most of this prescription medication have a direct effect in the central nervous system.
Abuse of these medicines is fatal. Most doctors recommend prescription weight loss pills because the risks outweigh the cure. Obesity is actually a global problem, and using powerful medicines to combat the problem is a better solution.
When are prescription diet pills useful?
First, is when the patient has 27 BMI and are diagnosed as obese.
Secondly, if the person is equal or over 30 BMI and does not have any obesity problems, the physician usually makes use of prescribed weight loss drug to avoid complications in the future.
Types of prescription medication
First are they which have a direct effect on the central nervous system, those are your brain and spinal cord. Examples are medicines working on the following: serotoninergic and noradrenergic pathways or both at the same time.
Examples still in used and are not banned prescription weight loss pills are: phentermine, amfepromone (diethylproprion), sibutramine, and fluoxetine.
The second type of prescription weight loss pills are medicine working on the in the stomach “gastrointestinal system”. Examples are Orlistat (known as Alli or Orlistat) and Metformin. How can they make you lose weight?
The first type of prescription medication which directly acts in your central nervous system; it suppresses the appetite. Examples are Fluoxetine, Phentermine, Diethylproprion (amfepromone) and Sibutramine.
The second type of prescription diet pills are those working on your gastrointestinal enzymes, usually they act as fat blockers, it releases fat as soon as it is blocked, examples are Metformin and Orlistat.
Some pills which were directed by doctors before are already banned as it caused deaths, examples are ephedrine combined with caffeine; Dexfenfluramine, fenfluramine and Benzedrine. What are the possible risks?
The risks of the first type of prescription weight loss pills are acting on the central nervous system are nervousness, anxiety, palpitations, sleepless nights, stuffy nose, light headedness, dry mouth and constipation.
The adverse effects of gastrointestinal weight loss pill like Metformin may cause lactic acidosis and is not recommended for people who had liver trouble.
Orlistat treatment effects are oily and loose stools. Dieters have undergone surgery or who are taking warfarin and cyclosporine are not allowed to take Orlistat. Orlistat will be helpful if you do your part by exercising, lessening saturated fat intake. Reminders before considering prescribed medication
They will not be there forever, as it has limitations because of its adverse effects. It is best to work for nutrition for life.
Exercising regularly and eating proper nutritious food is important while taking prescribed medication. Make it sure your doctor regulates your medicines and you follow his instructions carefully as it can be dangerous to your health. Never take prescription weight loss pills which are not recommended by a physician as it can cause your early demise.
Discuss with your physician other ailments so your weight loss pill will not have any contra indications. Know very well the exact side effects of your prescription diet pills to avoid embarrassment and do necessary steps to avoid them at all times.
Lastly, most prescription diet pills are effective up to three to six months only, because prolong use is bad for your health. It is best to maintain a healthy habit of exercise, eating nutritious food, having fun with manageable stress and happy family life.