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FDA panel says ‘no’ to experimental diet pill (AP)

AP – Federal health experts rejected a highly anticipated weight loss pill Thursday that was thought to offer a safer way to shed pounds than older medications linked to dangerous side effects.

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FDA panel says ‘no’ to experimental diet pill
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Experimental Diet Pill May Bring ‘Modest’ Weight Loss (HealthDay)

HealthDay – FRIDAY, July 30 (HealthDay News) — Contrave, an experimental weight loss drug that combines an antidepressant with an anti-addiction medication, appears to help users shed pounds when taken along with a healthy diet and exercise, researchers report.

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Experimental Diet Pill May Bring ‘Modest’ Weight Loss
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Vivus’ fat pill works but safety a concern: FDA staff (Reuters)

Reuters – Vivus Inc’s experimental obesity pill appears to help people shed pounds, but concerns remain about its safety, U.S. Food and Drug Administration staff said in documents made public on Tuesday ahead of a public meeting on the drug later this week.

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Vivus’ fat pill works but safety a concern: FDA staff
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Weight-Loss Drugs Often No Better Than Fakes: German Study (HealthDay)

HealthDay – MONDAY, July 12 (HealthDay News) — A large number of weight-loss supplements don’t appear to work any better than placebos (or fake supplements) at helping people shed pounds, a new study has found.

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Weight-Loss Drugs Often No Better Than Fakes: German Study
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Fewer Excess Pounds May Mean Fewer Hot Flashes (HealthDay)

HealthDay – MONDAY, July 12 (HealthDay News) — Weight loss might help middle-aged women who are overweight or obese reduce bothersome hot flashes accompanying menopause, according to a new study.

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Fewer Excess Pounds May Mean Fewer Hot Flashes
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