Interní Med. 2009; 11(4): 171-174

Pharmacotherapy of obesity

MUDr. Petr Hlavatý
Endokrinologický ústav, Praha

Given the increasing prevalence of obesity and its associated health risks, pharmacotherapy is gaining importance as a part of complex

therapy resulting in an overall lifestyle change. Currently available drugs significantly aid in reducing body weight and maintaining

weight loss. However, research continues into other effective substances which could be successfully applied in obesity treatment.

Keywords: obesity, weight reduction, pharmacotherapy, sibutramine, orlistat, rimonabant.

Published: June 1, 2009  Show citation

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