Dexfenfluramine or Redux is the drug used in obese patients to aid in weight loss and maintain the weight in those under the weight loss journey. They increase the serotonin levels in the brain, thereby leading to a reduced caloric intake. However, after its potential cardiotoxic effects and pulmonary hypertension, it was withdrawn from the markets.
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My doctor advised for repeat echocardiography. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, Around 15 years ago, I had Redux for three months. Some 10 years back, I had an echocardiogram. The finding was very mild mitral valve regurgitation and everything else was good. Three years back when my brother had heart bypass, my doctor advised me to undergo some heart tests. I had the... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Dexfenfluramine - Redux was banned because of causing pulmonary artery hypertension. In earlier days, doctors thought that Redux would cause pulmonary artery hypertension during the course of treatment. But, later we have found a lot of patients who developed pulmonary ... Read Full »