Weight Loss Medication Side Effects
Overuse and abuse of weight loss medications can cause serious side effects. Weight loss medications should be taken as the label instructs.
Weight loss Warnings
- Never drink alcohol when taking weight loss medications. Doing so can cause dizziness and other side effects to occur.
Never
assume that the warnings on weight loss medications
are exaggerated. They are listed on the packaging
to protect the consumer.- Never take weight loss medications if you are nursing a child, or you suspect that you may be pregnant.
General Side Effects are those that are not considered harmful.
- Lack of appetite
- Can't sleep
- Nausea
While many people enjoy the benefits weight loss medications provide there are those who should stay away from them completely.
Who shouldn't take weight loss medications?
- Those people who have medical conditions that might produce serious side effects
- A pregnant woman, or someone who is nursing
- A child or teenager
- Anyone with allergies to any of the ingredients
- Anyone suffering from anorexia or bulimia
- Those who are taking other prescription medications
- Those with prescription addiction problems
Keep in mind that weight loss medications should be used as a supplement to a healthy diet and exercise plan. They can only be effective when used in a responsible manner.
*Consult your doctor with any questions about weight loss medications you might have before you begin using them.