Anti-Obesity Drugs Flashcards

1
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Orlistat MOA

A

Inhibits GI and Pancreatic Lipase

Reduce fat absorption

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2
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Rebound weight gain upon discontinuation

A

Orlistat

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3
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Orlistat contraindication

A

Pregnancy

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4
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Side effect of Orlistat

A

Biliary stasis
Fat soluble vitamin malabsorption
Steatorrhea, Fecal Incontinence

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5
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Sibutramine MOA

A

Inhibit NE and Serotonin reuptake

Reduce appetite

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6
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Reason for Sibutramine withdrawal from market

A

Cardiovascular events and stroke

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7
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Rimonabant MOA

A

Blocks Cannabinoid-1 receptor

Reduce appetite

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8
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Reason for Rimonabant withdrawal form market

A

Rebound suicide and depression

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9
Q

Adverse effect of Bangkok Pills

A

Valvular Heart Disease

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10
Q

Bangkok Pills content

A

Fenfluramine, Ephedrine, Phentermine

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