Obesity Flashcards
1
Q
What is BMI that is obese
A
30
28 in high risk patients like asian, family history , diabetes etc
Must try diet and exercise for 3 months before medication
2
Q
What is the medication for obesity
A
Orlistat - eat with fatty foods only - skip if not fatty food
120mg up to three times a day
Lipase inhibitor - prevents absorption of dietary fats
3
Q
What BMI requires surgery
A
40
4
Q
When should treatment be continued
A
Only if weight loss has exceed 5% in 3 months
