Flashcards in Exam 2 Study Guide Diabetes: Weight management Deck (6)
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What are the 3 examples of appetite suppressants?
Amphetamines
Orlistat-lipase inhibitor
Belviq (Lorcaserin)
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How is Phentermine used for weight management and how does it work?
- inhibits norepi and dopamine uptake causing weight loss along with dry mouth, hypertension, and palpitations
*interacts with sympathomimetics (vasoconstrictors and LA's)
3
What amphetamines are used for weight loss?
Phentermine
Topiramate
Lorcaserin (Belviq)
*The first two combined = Qsymia
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What is Topiramate?
Anticonvulsant
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What is Lorcaserin (Belviq)
5-HT2C agonist
*Suppresses appetite in the hypothalamus
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