In addition to Reductil, which is the proven medication to assist people with obesity losing weight; there are other medications which are available.

Diethypropion brand name Tenuate is a sympathomimetic amine, which is similar to an amphetamine. Tenuate stimulates the central nervous system (nerves and brain), which increases your heart rate and blood pressure and decreases your appetite. Tenuate is used as a short-term supplement to diet and exercise in the treatment of obesity. Similar to Tenuate is the compound Phentermine brand names Apidex-P, Ionamin and pro-Fast which is also similar to an amphetamine and works in the same way.

Orlistat compound brand name Xenical works by keeping you body from digesting some of the fat that you eat. Xenical is used with a low-calorie diet to help you lose weight and to maintain your weight after weight loss. Orlistat is used in patients with a certain weight problem who may also have high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, or heart disease. Xenical is in a class of drugs called lipase inhibitors. It works in your intestines, where it blocks some of the fat you eat from being absorbed and digested. This undigested fat is then removed in your bowel movements (BM).

No treatments for obesity should be taken with other medications, unless these have been specifically agreed by your doctor or pharmacist. If you are considering taking medication for weight loss, it is wise to consult your doctor. Gotoed have resident doctors and pharmacists on call and will be pleased to advise suitable treatments for overweight problems