Can weight loss pills be taken

Weight loss pills should be used with caution under the guidance of a doctor and are suitable for specific obese populations. The main types include appetite suppressants, lipase inhibitors, GLP-1 receptor agonists, etc. The use should consider safety, indications, and individual differences comprehensively.

1. Applicable population:

diet pills are applicable to simple obese people with BMI ≥ 27 and metabolic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension or BMI ≥ 30. Teenagers, pregnant women, and lactating women are prohibited from using it, and those with mild overweight are recommended to prioritize dietary and exercise interventions.

2. Type of medication:

Common weight loss drugs include orlistat lipase inhibitors, liraglutide GLP-1 receptor agonists, and fentanyl appetite suppressants. Orlistat works by blocking fat absorption and may cause fat diarrhea; GLP-1 drugs require subcutaneous injection and may cause gastrointestinal reactions such as nausea.

3. Potential risks:

Some weight loss drugs have side effects such as cardiovascular risks and liver and kidney function damage. Sibutramine has been banned in history due to its increased risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events, indicating the need to be cautious of illegally added ingredients in the three no products.

4. Medical supervision:

Before use, complete blood glucose, blood lipid, and liver and kidney function tests, and monitor weight changes and adverse reactions monthly during medication. GLP-1 drugs need to be evaluated for a family history of medullary thyroid cancer to avoid hypoglycemia caused by combination with other hypoglycemic drugs.

5. Alternative plan:

Lifestyle intervention should be used as the basic treatment, reducing daily intake of 500-750 calories and engaging in 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week. For patients with BMI ≥ 40 or ≥ 35 accompanied by complications, metabolic surgery indications can be evaluated.

It is recommended that obese patients choose personalized weight loss plans jointly developed by nutrition and sports medicine departments. If medication assistance is needed, it is necessary to choose regular drugs approved by the National Medical Products administration to avoid self purchasing products with unknown ingredients. During the medication period, regular follow-up visits are required to adjust the plan, along with dietary records and exercise check-in. After discontinuing the medication, it is still necessary to maintain healthy habits to prevent weight rebound. Special populations such as those with comorbidities of depression and cardiovascular disease require multidisciplinary consultation to evaluate the risk benefit ratio of medication.