Metformin, Topiramate Oral Capsules

Metformin, a biguanide, and Topiramate, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, both cost effective medications, have demonstrated weight loss when used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes or seizures, respectively.

Can help with:

  • A noticeable weight loss
  • Feel less hungry, have fewer food cravings, and notice a decrease in appetite
  • Significant results reported to have at least a 5% weight loss

Overview

Topiramate and Metformin are effective add-on treatments in controlling antipsychotic-induced weight gain, comparing to placebo. They are well tolerated in short-term period. Although Sibutramine has the highest rank of the effectiveness, its license has been withdrawn in many countries due to its adverse effects. Hence, Sibutramine should not be adopted to treat antipsychotic-induced weight gain.

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