alli is an over-the-counter weight loss tablet that helps you lose weight by reducing how much fat your body absorbs from meals. When taken as prescribed, alli can help you lose an average of 2.5kg more weight than you would by dieting alone.

Contrave (naltrexone / bupropion) is used along with a lower-calorie diet and exercise routine to help with weight loss for certain adults. This combination medication is a tablet that’s taken by mouth. The dosage is slowly raised over the first 3 weeks of treatment until you reach the maintenance dosage of two tablets twice daily. Common side effects include nausea, constipation, and headache. But it can also have more serious risks, such as unusual changes in behavior.

Amphetamine (Evekeo) is an expensive drug used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and a sleep disorder called narcolepsy. It is also used as a short-term treatment, along with a reduced calorie diet and exercise, to help you lose weight. This drug is less popular than comparable drugs. There are currently no generic alternatives to Evekeo. It is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost. Compare central nervous system stimulants.