Prescription Weight Loss Pills

Anti-obesity medications can have a certain role to play in medical treatment of obesity when obese people are unable to lose weight using diet and exercise.

Researchers have learned how genes influence the many systems that control weight. Weight loss pills can temporarily manipulate these systems.

But weight loss drugs are not for everyone. They are not for the mildly overweight or those who just want to lose a few pounds to improve their appearance. These drugs are prescribed only for those with:

• A body mass index (BMI) of 30 and above.
• A BMI of 27 and above with an obesity-related condition, such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes.

You will need a prescription from the doctor for most weight loss drugs. There are some over-the-counter weight loss drugs that do not need a prescription.

The most important benefit of prescription weight loss medications is control of special organizations such as FDA (Food and Drug Administration), FDC (Federal Trade Commission), EMEA (European Medicines Agency).

FDA, FDC, EMEA are monitoring constantly side effects and regulating spreading of weight loss medications, providing customers with necessary information on weight loss products.

It's also important to keep in mind that weight loss medications work best when combined with a weight-control program that helps you improve your eating and physical activity habits.

People respond differently to weight loss medications, and some people experience more weight loss than others.

Studies have found that weight loss with some medications improves blood pressure, blood cholesterol, triglycerides (fats), and insulin resistance.