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About Weight Management & Obesity
Weight management combines diet, activity and sometimes medicine for people with obesity or related risks. Slow, steady progress is more lasting than crash diets.
Common signs and symptoms
- BMI above 25 or 30
- Breathlessness on mild effort
- Joint pain
- Snoring and poor sleep
Medicines and products you will find here
- Orlistat
- Fibre and meal-replacement products
- Medicines for diabetes or cholesterol as advised
- Multivitamins
When to see a doctor
- BMI is 30 or higher
- You gain or lose weight suddenly
- You want medicine for weight loss
- You have thyroid or heart problems
Frequently asked questions
Do fat burners work?
Many have little proof and some are unsafe, so prefer doctor-approved options.
How much weight can I safely lose?
About 0.5 to 1 kg per week.
This information is for general awareness and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult a doctor or pharmacist before starting, changing or stopping any medicine.
✓Reviewed by Dr Asma
Healthy weight needs diet, activity and sometimes medicines. Browse prescription weight-loss medicines and nutrition supplements.
