Peripherally acting antiobesity agents
Other names: lipase inhibitors
What are Peripherally acting antiobesity agents?
Peripherally acting antiobesity agents are drugs that assist with weight loss, without affecting the brain or suppressing the appetite. It inhibits pancreatic lipase and prevents fat breakdown in the gastrointestinal tract therefore reduces intestinal absorption of fat. It is used to treat obesity, with diet and exercise.
List of Peripherally acting antiobesity agents
View by Generic | Brand
| Drug Name | Avg. Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| Xenical (Pro) Generic name: orlistat |
124 reviews | |
| Alli (Pro) Generic name: orlistat |
122 reviews | |
| For ratings, users were asked how effective they found the medicine while considering positive/adverse effects and ease of use (1 = not effective, 10 = most effective). | ||
See also
Medical conditions treated or associated with peripherally acting antiobesity agents:
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