ABSTRACT
Introduction ............................................................................................................ 156 Highlights in the History of Drug Treatment of Obesity ....................................... 157 Medications Currently Approved for Treatment of Obesity .................................. 159
Orlistat ............................................................................................................... 159 Pharmacology ............................................................................................... 159 Indications and Recommended Use ............................................................. 159 Effectiveness ................................................................................................. 162 Side Effects and Warnings ............................................................................ 162 Pediatric Use................................................................................................. 163
Sympathomimetic Agents ................................................................................. 163 Drug Combination Awaiting Final Approval by FDA ......................................164