Medicines for Weight Management & Obesity
About Weight Management & Obesity
Weight management means reaching and keeping a healthy weight with diet, activity and, when needed, medicines. Being overweight raises the risk of diabetes, heart disease and joint problems.
Common signs and symptoms
- Gradual weight gain
- Shortness of breath on light activity
- Joint or back pain
- Low energy and poor sleep
Medicines and products you will find here
- Prescription weight-loss medicines such as orlistat
- Meal-replacement and fibre supplements
- Medicines for related diabetes or cholesterol
- Multivitamins during diet plans
When to see a doctor
- Your BMI is 30 or above
- Weight changes quickly without a reason
- You want to start weight-loss medicine
- You have diabetes, thyroid or heart problems
Frequently asked questions
Can tablets alone reduce weight?
Medicines work best along with diet and exercise, and they are only for people who qualify under medical advice.
Is rapid weight loss safe?
Steady loss of about half to one kilogram a week is generally safer and easier to maintain.
This information is for general awareness and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult a doctor or pharmacist before starting, changing or stopping any medicine. Browse all health conditions