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In October, Acomplia (Rimonabant), the endocannabinoid receptor antagonist was removed from the European market. Reports of depression and suicidal thoughts have prevented FDA approval of the med. In a recent study, 5 patients committed suicide while on the medication, compared to 1 on placebo of the 36,000 patients under study. Safe to say, this medication won’t reach the US market.
Are there medications available for treatment of obesity? Medications taken while on a low or very low calorie diet improves weight loss by 50%. Fenfluramine was removed from the market due to heart valvular disorders. Phentermine, deithylpropion, sibutramine and phendimetrazine are useful tools in the treatment of obesity. When taken without proper dietary advice and exercise, they rarely work.
Will there ever be a “magic pill?” History has shown this not to be the case. Successful weight loss and maintenance occurs when you put all of the keys in the safe deposit box:
- Comprehensive nutritional plan-that provides all of the nutrients (protein, vitamins, minerals) you need without all of the calories you need.
- Exercise of at least 12 miles walking or 3 hours weekly of vigorous activity
- Behavioral changes that last. Most communities offer excellent classes that teach these toos.
- Accountibility and monitoring. This can be done by a support group or weight loss doctor, with or without the use of appetite supressants.
- A plan for maintenance that includes a specific plan if you regain even 3 pounds.
Nick
Nick's Story
"I wish I would have come here first. We spend all our time reacting to the next great weight loss tip or program. It might work for a while, but does not last and we end up yo-yoing from one fad to the next – as we gain more weight." Read More
Gina
Lost 44.5 lbs
"I had no trouble adhering to the meals and they really helped catapult my progress! The classes were so beneficial to me because they helped change my thinking about how I viewed health, nutrition, and fitness.
I will always have my relationship with Scottsdale Weight Loss Center. They truly helped me change my life forever." Read More
Lauren
Lost 60 lbs
"Dr. Ziltzer and everyone who I have come in contact with at the Scottsdale Weight Loss office have been so encouraging and I look forward to seeing them each week. It is now a year and 2 months later since I started. I am down 60 lbs., which is the average amount a 9-year-old weighs, it is crazy to think I lost a whole person! I feel amazing, I hit my goal weight in November 2021 just before Thanksgiving. Nothing on my body hurts anymore..." Read More
Chuck
Lost 66 lbs
"The best thing I did was call the Scottsdale Weight Loss Center. I have a lot more energy, I'm not hungry, and it feels great.
You can take it from me that this is a program that produces results. The staff is always positive, supportive, and never judgmental.
Your visits always result in positive reinforcement, no matter if you had a good week or a bad week." Read More
Emily
Lost 101 lbs
"Here I am at the lowest I have been since high school weighing in at 155lbs. I have lost 101 lbs, BMI of 39 when I started, to 21.6, and of course at body fat % of 47.1 to 26.5%. I told myself by my 30th birthday I wanted to be confident in the way I look and I owe it all to SWLC. The entire staff is so welcoming and they are rooting for you just as much as you are rooting for yourself...." Read More
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Meet Our Team
Robert Ziltzer, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA
Obesity Medicine Certified Physician
Diana Bone, FNP-C
Specializing in Obesity Medicine
Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, MFOMA
Obesity Medicine Certified Physician
Kristen Ash, FNP-C, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
Alicia Earley, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner
