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Obesity Flashcards

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What is the mechanism of action of phentermine?

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Centrally acting releases noradrenaline, dopamine and serotonin

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What is the mechanism of action of locaserin, bupropion and topiramate?

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5-HT2c receptor agonist

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Which medications can be used in weight loss?

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Phentermine
Locaserin
Naltrexone/bupropion
Phentermine/topiramate
Liraglutide
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What are the benefits of roux-en-y gastric bypass?

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Reversible, reverses diabetes, reduction of mortality

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What are the disadvantages of roux-en-y gastric bypass?

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Need for lifelong supplements, issues with alcohol intake, causes osteoporosis

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