A narrative review of approved and emerging anti-obesity medications.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Recently, many drugs have been approved for halting overweight and obesity-few types of research shifted to using Anti-obesity medications (AOM) solely for well-being and shape-keeping.

Objective

This narrative review's objective was to explore the use of AOM in relation to their medical indications, efficacy, and cardiovascular safety.

Methods and materials

We have conducted a narrative review of the literature on approved/non-approved AOM used for obesity and overweight. We have shed light on the emerging trials of therapies and evolving remedies.

Results

Recently, there has been an enormous change in the use of AOM with high consumption that deserves extensive surveillance for the long-term consequences and impact on social, mental, and physical h

SUBMITTER: Abdi Beshir S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10497995 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature