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Weight Loss Drugs

Weight loss drugs might sound like the easy option to take to lose weight. But you should consider other methods before using weight loss drugs. The best way of losing weight is the natural way - through dieting and exercise. However, some people struggle to lose weight. They do all the right things, but the [...]

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Effects of Rimonabant on Metabolic Risk Factors in Overweight Patients with Dyslipidemia

Background Rimonabant (Acomplia, Zimulti), a selective cannabinoid-1 receptor (CB1) blocker, has been shown to reduce body weight and improve cardiovascular risk factors in obese patients. The Rimonabant in Obesity–Lipids (RIO-Lipids) study examined the effects of rimonabant on metabolic risk factors, including adiponectin levels, in high-risk patients who are overweight or obese and have dyslipidemia. Methods We randomly assigned [...]

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