BELVIQ- Here we go! FDA approves new weight loss drug
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The same with ALLI. But people don't believe it. They WANT a MAGIC PILL.The news article I read said that in the study the participants who took the placebo averaged about 5% loss following the same diet plan and the difference between the groups was VERY slight.
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Reduce your appetite.I'm not really sure what this drug is supposed to do.
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What is being said about it so far...
“The approval of this drug, used responsibly in combination with a healthy diet and lifestyle, provides a treatment option for Americans who are obese or are overweight and have at least one weight-related comorbid condition,” said FDA’s drug center director, Dr. Janet Woodcock, in a statement.
In a rare move, the FDA explicitly stated in a press release that Belviq “does not appear to activate” a chemical pathway that was linked to the heart problems seen with fen-phen.The FDA said the drug acts on a different chemical pathway in the brain, which is believed to reduce appetite by boosting feelings of satiety and fullness.
**The FDA said patients should stop taking Belviq after three months if they fail to lose 5 percent of their body weight. Patients are unlikely to see any significant weight loss by staying with the drug.0 -
Crack and meth addicts would disagree!!!:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:No pill in the world will ever replace Good nutrition and exercise! I am just saying!
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http://ozarksfirst.com/fulltext?nxd_id=666272
"Side effects from Belviq include serotonin syndrome - a potentially life-threatening drug reaction that causes the body to produce too much serotonin and causes symptoms of agitation, diarrhea, heavy sweating, fever, muscle spasms, tremors or mental health changes. People taking antidepressants or migraine drugs that increase serotonin levels may be at an increased risk for this side effect. The drug may also cause "disturbances in attention or memory," the FDA said."
Oh boy...sounds like a bargain! Where can I get some? :noway:0 -
I saw this on the news last night and it said in the animals that it was tested on some of them got brain and breast cancer, and a doctor on the program said the best way to lose weight is through diet and exercise not by taking weight loss pills.0
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But not many want to work hard to lose weight. It's evident by the ever increasing numbers in the overweight and obese in America.I saw this on the news last night and it said in the animals that it was tested on some of them got brain and breast cancer, and a doctor on the program said the best way to lose weight is through diet and exercise not by taking weight loss pills.
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The FDA usually makes decisions based on scientific study. The main problem I see is WHO did that study and were they funded by the corporation trying to get approval.Personally, the fact that the fda has approved something does not make me feel that it's safe. In fact, I tend to question it more. But yes, like others have stated, I'm pretty positive it's just going to be another, "Will work if used with proper diet and exercise."...Well, duh.
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Not true the fda does this for $$MONEY$$ and no other reason. The "studies" are done for short term so short that they have no idea years form now what the drugs do to your health. They are also published in part, anything negative is covered by publishing only the positive. The truth most of these "studies" are actually written by ghost writers and doctors whom had nothing to do with the studies simply sign their names to them! This is why prescrips are worth multi billions. Should the drug go wrong they simply get a hand slap, pay some fine, and continue to produce more bad drugs! Meanwhile you have to seek a lawyer to get some measly compensation. This is all avoided IF the drug companies were held fully responsible for the drugs and vaccines they produce. That is the actual job of fda yet they are paid off to look the other way.
www.mercola.com
Check out Dr. Mercola's site sad it's filled with countless fda approved drugs gone wrong.
If the fda approved it be sure there is a paper trail miles long and it leads to many bank accounts!
If they approve it I know it's not safe or works so I avoid it. Just say NO to drugs. I can and do. I don't even use anything otc let alone prescrip. There are plenty of all natural herbs out there that do work without crazy dangerous side effects.
Your best bet is control your calories by burning more than you eat and get moving adding weights to your program. That's the secret - real consistent commitment and work. I'm hearing this over and over from friends who have lost weight, gained weight, and took back their health. It's working for me I am finally gaining weight and muscle.
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Well if you believe everything that Mercola says, then I could see your point. Personally I think Mercola is a quack.
The FDA usually makes decisions based on scientific study. The main problem I see is WHO did that study and were they funded by the corporation trying to get approval.Personally, the fact that the fda has approved something does not make me feel that it's safe. In fact, I tend to question it more. But yes, like others have stated, I'm pretty positive it's just going to be another, "Will work if used with proper diet and exercise."...Well, duh.
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Not true the fda does this for $$MONEY$$ and no other reason. The "studies" are done for short term so short that they have no idea years form now what the drugs do to your health. They are also published in part, anything negative is covered by publishing only the positive. The truth most of these "studies" are actually written by ghost writers and doctors whom had nothing to do with the studies simply sign their names to them! This is why prescrips are worth multi billions. Should the drug go wrong they simply get a hand slap, pay some fine, and continue to produce more bad drugs! Meanwhile you have to seek a lawyer to get some measly compensation. This is all avoided IF the drug companies were held fully responsible for the drugs and vaccines they produce. That is the actual job of fda yet they are paid off to look the other way.
www.mercola.com
Check out Dr. Mercola's site sad it's filled with countless fda approved drugs gone wrong.
If the fda approved it be sure there is a paper trail miles long and it leads to many bank accounts!
If they approve it I know it's not safe or works so I avoid it. Just say NO to drugs. I can and do. I don't even use anything otc let alone prescrip. There are plenty of all natural herbs out there that do work without crazy dangerous side effects.
Your best bet is control your calories by burning more than you eat and get moving adding weights to your program. That's the secret - real consistent commitment and work. I'm hearing this over and over from friends who have lost weight, gained weight, and took back their health. It's working for me I am finally gaining weight and muscle.
Remember You CAN do this!:drinker:
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Oh yeah, FDA. A pill that can possibly make me die from a heart attack or stroke is totally safe. :noway:
But, sadly, most people would overlook that warning and flock to it anyway.
Funny that you mention this because this is a listed warning for the Birth Control pill too. We are willing to overlook those risks for "convenience"... which is really sad.0 -
There are "good" things that the FDA has banned too. Injectable Vitamin C was one that still causes controversy.
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Yes but not taking a birth control pill has worse side effects...
Funny that you mention this because this is a listed warning for the Birth Control pill too. We are willing to overlook those risks for "convenience"... which is really sad.Oh yeah, FDA. A pill that can possibly make me die from a heart attack or stroke is totally safe. :noway:
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Wait a second, Dont people try to reduce their weight to AVOID heart attacks and/or STROKE? And the other side affects sound like it IS crack or meth.. I would be afraid even if i was morbidly obese... smh0
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If someone is at risk of death from obesity, then I could definitely see them using it. But it's not them I'm worried about. It's the people who have like 20lbs to lose trying to get hold of the drug.Wait a second, Dont people try to reduce their weight to AVOID heart attacks and/or STROKE? And the other side affects sound like it IS crack or meth.. I would be afraid even if i was morbidly obese... smh
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I hate diet pills! My sister uses Alli all the time. During this shortage they just had, she gained 10 pounds back. Hmmmmm, I wonder why!? Her body is now dependent on it for her weight loss. I think the yo-yoing from these stupid "weight loss supplements" cause way more harm than good. Yes, maybe for the very obese to get them kickstarted, but it's awful for the ones that just need to loose 30 pounds or so.0
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Crack cocaine suppress ur appetite too.wonder if FDA will approve that next for a weight loss drug that can also cause heart attacks.
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And that's the problem. While they maybe TOTALLY SAFE, they end up being a crutch. However DIETS are no different IMO.I hate diet pills! My sister uses Alli all the time. During this shortage they just had, she gained 10 pounds back. Hmmmmm, I wonder why!? Her body is now dependent on it for her weight loss. I think the yo-yoing from these stupid "weight loss supplements" cause way more harm than good. Yes, maybe for the very obese to get them kickstarted, but it's awful for the ones that just need to loose 30 pounds or so.
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And that's the problem. While they maybe TOTALLY SAFE, they end up being a crutch. However DIETS are no different IMO.I hate diet pills! My sister uses Alli all the time. During this shortage they just had, she gained 10 pounds back. Hmmmmm, I wonder why!? Her body is now dependent on it for her weight loss. I think the yo-yoing from these stupid "weight loss supplements" cause way more harm than good. Yes, maybe for the very obese to get them kickstarted, but it's awful for the ones that just need to loose 30 pounds or so.
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I hear ya. I have always believed that it needs to come off slow with a lifestyle change to be successful.0 -
And in two years we'll see commercials from lawyers that start out: Warning! BELVIQ has been known to cause serious injury or even death! If you or a loved one took BELVIQ and suffered tumors, heart attacks, liver failure, or sudden death, you may be entitled to compensation. Call us at 1-800-FDA-FAIL for a free consulation.0
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