RISKS OF USING DRUGS FOR WEIGHT LOSS

Abstract

Obesity is described as excessive and abnormal accumulation of body fat and, in different age groups, fat reaches levels that can harm health. Therefore, for patients who cannot achieve adequate weight loss through diets, exercises and behavioral changes, drug therapy is more indicated, along with monitoring obtaining safety and efficacy. In summary, it is clear that most individuals prefer the use of anorectic drugs, thus performing uncontrolled self-medication. Thus, pharmaceutical services are indispensable to guide users about the pharmacological action of these drugs. In this research, the following drugs will be addressed: Anfepramone, Fluoxetine and Sibutramine.