Are Appetite Suppressants Safe With Physician Supervision?
Weight loss is challenging, especially when you have a lot to lose. A healthy diet and regular exercise certainly help, but sometimes more is needed.
If you're looking to lose a significant amount of weight and are out of options, an appetite suppressant can help with direct supervision from the team at NuvidaRx Weight Loss-Tallahassee Clinic.
Dr. William Lantz Effinger and his team offer several effective treatments for lasting weight loss, including appetite suppressants. These medications help curb your cravings so you can finally lose the weight.
What are appetite suppressants?
Appetite suppressants are prescription medications that work on your brain to curb your appetite. They help you feel fuller on less food and keep you from craving food, allowing you to lose weight.
However, these medications aren't magical or miracle drugs — they work best when you make other healthy changes, including a clean diet and daily physical activity.
There are several different appetite suppressants that the FDA has approved, which include the following:
- Liraglutide
- Naltrexone/bupropion
- Phentermine/topiramate
- Phendimetrazine
- Diethylpropion
Each type of appetite suppressant works differently to curb your appetite and help you lose excess weight. We evaluate your health and weight loss goals to determine which one is best for you.
Are appetite suppressants safe?
Appetite suppressants are like any other medication because they have pros and cons and risks of potential side effects.
Being overweight or obese is also dangerous and often leads to certain medical conditions, including diabetes and heart disease. The first step in taking control of your life and health when you're obese is losing weight to lower your BMI.
Appetite suppressants are safe when you take them under the supervision of the NuvidaRx team. If you're significantly overweight with a BMI of over 30, an appetite suppressant can help keep dangerous medical complications away by helping you lose weight.
Our team thoroughly evaluates your health and explains the pros and cons of using an appetite suppressant to help you lose weight. Sometimes, taking an appetite suppressant isn't safe for you because of conditions like:
- Glaucoma
- Liver disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Heart disease
If you have any of these conditions, tell the team at NuvidaRx. Appetite suppressants aren't safe to take with these conditions or if you're taking prescription antidepressant medications.
These medications are safe to use if you're in good health and have a BMI of at least 30. Our team checks in on you frequently to assess for any issues with the appetite suppressant medication.
Possible side effects of these medications
Like any other medication, appetite suppressants can have varied side effects, often mild to moderate. The common side effects of most appetite suppressants include:
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Cough
- Trouble sleeping
- Dry mouth
- Fatigue
- Increased blood pressure
- Recurrent headaches
It's not uncommon to experience one or more of these symptoms while taking an appetite suppressant. However, if the side effects are severe or interfere with your daily activities, contact our team immediately.
If you're ready to find out how appetite suppressants can help you, don't hesitate to call our office at 682-217-5757 or request an appointment online using our convenient tool.