What is a Prescription Diet?
Prescription diets are formulated to address specific nutritional needs for certain medical and or surgical conditions of dogs and cats.
Pets need to be diagnosed with a particular problem or disease condition before the vet can, as part of the management plan, recommend the use of these diets.
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What is the strongest weight loss pill available?
Phentermine is only approved for short-term use of 12 weeks or less due to potential side effects with longer-term use.
Phentermine is considered one of the strongest prescription weight-loss medications. It is a Schedule IV controlled substance due to its potential for abuse and addiction.
What tablets do doctors prescribe for weight loss?
Prescription medications approved to treat overweight and obesity
| Weight Management Medication | Approved For |
|---|---|
| orlistat link (Xenical) Available in lower dose without prescription (Alli) | Adults and children ages 12 and older |
| phentermine-topiramate link (Qsymia) | Adults |
| naltrexone-bupropion link (Contrave) | Adults |
Is there a prescription diet pill that actually works?
Having a choice of options is important for finding one that works for you and your lifestyle.
Based on data reported in clinical studies, Qsymia is likely the most effective prescription weight loss pill. It tends to lead to the largest amount of weight loss in the highest percentage of people.
How much weight can you lose in a month on diet pills?
3 lbs to 5 lbs a
Results vary from person to person. In general, phentermine can help you lose 3-7% of your body weight. You can expect to lose anywhere from 3 lbs to 5 lbs a month on phentermine.