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Prescription weight-loss drugs
Common weight-loss drugs
Safety of weight-loss drugs
Factors to consider
What drugs are approved in the U.S. for weight loss?
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Who is a candidate for weight-loss drugs?
How well do weight-loss drugs work?
What you should know about weight-loss drugs
How long does drug therapy last?
What drugs are approved for weight loss?
The bottom line
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Are you an adult who has serious health problems because of your weight? Have you tried diet and exercise but haven't been able to lose enough weight? If you answered yes to these questions, a prescription weight-loss drug may be an option for you.
You should know, however, that prescription weight-loss drugs are used in addition to — not instead of — diet and exercise.
