Appetite suppressants are used in the short term treatment of obesity and act upon the body’s central nervous system tricking the body into believe that it’s not hungry. The appetite reducing effects tend to decrease after a few weeks of usage, and because of this, these medicines are useful only during the first few weeks of a weight loss program.

The main premise of using appetite suppressants is that while on the medication you can learn new ways to eat and exercise. Changes in your eating habits and activity levels must be developed and continued for a long-term in order for you to continue losing weight.

Appetite suppressants in no way shape or form are a magic cure for obesity or any weight problem. In most clinical weight loss studies, they produced only minor benefits. However, when used in conjunction with a balanced diet and exercise program the benefits of the appetite suppressants were much more noticeable.

There are a few related health risks while taking appetite suppressants including: raised blood pressure, restlessness, difficulty sleeping, dry mouth and an elevated heart rate. You should consult with your doctor before taking any appetite suppressant or weight loss pill.