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Medicine To Lose Weight

Medicines to lose weight will work differently based on the particular approach according to the individual components of the medicine. Some medicines make you feel full and hence reduce hunger, and the other type makes it tough for the body to absorb fat and prevent fat accumulation.

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Will Duromine be effective in weight reduction?

Query: Hello doctor, I have been struggling a lot with my weight for the last two years. I consulted a dietician a few months ago, I have been on a balanced, calorie-controlled diet and I have also joined the gym. I am on a quest for a healthy balanced lifestyle. However, I am really struggling to get some...  Read Full »


Dr. Philile Donna Hlengwa

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am sorry to hear that you have struggled so much with losing weight and have started to feel depressed from it. I must, however, commend you on the great work you have done so far, trying to take control of your health and owning a more balanced future. I have recalc...  Read Full »

Can I take Clenbuterol for asthma?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 33 years old. My height is 5.7 ft and I weigh 170 lbs. I started hitting gym a month back. I am into 1 hour daily workout, which include both aerobic and anaerobic exercises. As per the BMI report, I was informed to keep my weight under 148-159 lbs. Recently my gym trainer informed ...  Read Full »


Dr. Pooja Pardhi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The drug you have mentioned is a Beta-2 Adrenergic Agonist drug and it can cause bronchodilation in asthmatics and can also burn fat. It has other side effects also such as it can cause tremors, increased heart rate, high blood pressure, muscle cramps and can also alt...  Read Full »

Can I take Orlistat for weight loss if I have PCOS?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 23 year old female. I weigh 49 kg. My height is 140 cm and my BMI is 25. I am getting married in a few months and need to shed a few pounds. I took Orlistat 60 mg capsules after breakfast and lunch. I bought it over the counter without a prescription. The same evening, I had co...  Read Full »


Dr. Sugandh Garg

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need not take this drug to reduce weight. I would recommend you to stop this drug. An oily stool is normal with the medication you had taken. If you are already a diagnosed case of PCOS, consult a gynaecologist online and get it treated. PCOS is a cause for ove...  Read Full »

Are fat burner supplements advised in ankylosing spondylitis?

Query: Hello doctor, I am having pain in the spine. I am taking painkillers, calcium tablets and doing exercise. I have done my HLA B27 test. Can a person suffering from ankylosing spondylitis take fat burner supplements to reduce weight? Would it have any adverse effects?  Read Full »


Dr. Berry Chirag Ashok

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no study directly correlating fat burner supplements and their possible effects in patients with ankylosing spondylitis. Fat burner supplements often contain caffeine which reduces fat by increasing your metabolic rate. Caffeine also has an untoward effect i...  Read Full »

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