Qsymia may be appropriate for adults who: Have a BMI of 30 or higher , or 27 or higher with weight-related conditions Have struggled to lose weight with diet and exercise alone Prefer an oral medication rather than injections Are able to attend regular follow-up visits A medical evaluation is required to determine eligibility and ensure safe use
Since this is so rare a complication, in so few patients, it is difficult to delineate the exact mechanism
Certain populations, like pregnant women or those using other treatments, were excluded
Uncontrolled hypothyroidism can cause fatigue, depression, and metabolic changes that may complicate weight management and increase the risk of side effects
Scott Hanson, a practicing physician and recent president of the Maine Medical Association
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