2012-05-17 French drugmaker on trial for weight-loss pill that killed 500 - Indian Express

French drugmaker Servier and its founder went on trial on Monday accused of misleading patients and authorities about a diabetes drug often prescribed for weight loss that officials blame for at least 500 deaths.

Although licensed as a diabetes treatment, the drug was widely prescribed, with a state subsidy, as an appetite suppressant to help people lose weight.

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French drugmaker on trial for weight-loss pill that killed 500 - French drugmaker Servier and its founder went on trial on Monday accused of misleading patients and authorities a - French drugmaker Servier diabetes drug health scandals world news

2012-05-14 What Motivates You to Exercise - Carlsbad, CA Patch

On the flip side, people who are extrinsically motivated about exercise may be more likely to choose the magical pill because their motivation for exercise is based more on social pressure, weight loss and external rewards. However, this does not mean that extrinsic motivation is a bad thing. Many people start an exercise program for external reasons like losing weight, controlling diabetes and reducing blood pressure. In addition, somecompanies and workplace establishments setfitness goals and sponsor contests to promote their employees being more physically fit.

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Learn what the difference is between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and why both can help you be motivated to achieve your fitness goals. - Diet Health

2012-05-10 US FDA staff focus on safety of Arena obesity pill

Lorcaserin is one of three new potential obesity treatments vying to gain U. S. approval and be the first new weight-loss treatment on the market in over a decade, after initial rejections over safety issues.

But the FDA has set a very high approval bar for weight loss drugs because such a large portion of the general population is likely to want to take them.

Some analysts have said Arenas pill may have the lowest chance of approval, with a smaller weight loss compared to drugs from

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U. S. drug reviewers on Tuesday said Arena Pharmaceuticals Inc s obesity pill appeared to help people lose weight and was unlikely to cause tumors in humans, but questioned if the company had provided enough data to rule out heart problems . - HECA PHMR PHAR PHAD MRCH PHAG DRU BACT REGS JP US

2012-05-09 Traders Jockey in Front of Decision on Arena Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:ARNA) Weight Loss Drug : Discovering Small Cap Stocks

If the FDAs approval is in the cards, it will be a game-changer for the usd. 500 million company. Weight loss and weight management is estimated to be a usd. 66 billion market in the United States alone. The same figure roughly applies for the European market, and Arena has submitted Lorcaserin to both sets of regulators. Yet, the smallest segment of the current annual weight loss spend is on pills (as opposed to food, surgery, and membership-oriented diet plans). The small market share made up by orally-administered therapy manes theres a lot of room for growth.

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2012-05-02 Fast-acting erectile dysfunction drug Stendra approved by FDA - HealthPop - CBS News

Sure. Lets race some more dickpills through the process, and then take away some more birth control options.

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2012-05-01 INDEPENDENT online

A British con man who sold fake Viagra erectile dysfunction pills as well as fake weight loss pills used 30 different offshore bank accounts in Malta, Holland and the Cayman Islands to channel illicit funds, a British court has heard.

The North West Regional Asset Recovery Team (NWRART) has said the order is the biggest secured in the history of the organisation. Detective Inspector Neil Ashton, head of the NWRART, said, Hickman made a considerable personal fortune by selling illegal pills to thousands of unsuspecting victims. He has been held to account thanks to a meticulous joint investigation between the NWRART and MHRA.

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2012-04-30 Government pushes painkiller disposal - CBS News

I take meds for migraines. I fell and shattered my hip, femur and thighbone. The pharmacist came out looking all crazy saying you just filled these 2 weeks ago. It was the first time I had been to that pharmacy. SHe said on this sheet it runs your name and shows anything you have gotten from any pharmacies in the last year. I still didnt understand so she started yelling at me you cant have these pain pills because you already have some. Well, cool great the doctor that fixed my broken hip and my only family doctor gave me the same pain so file the one I dont need now for . I didnt know what the doctored ordered I just picked up.

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Number of people dying from drug-induced deaths has climbed; Painkiller abuse is now responsible for 15,500 deaths a year - Painkiller abuse opiods OxyContin Percocet drug-induced deaths

2012-04-25 Weight Loss In A Pill: Will It Work Radio Boston

Now, increased exercise and nutritious eating remain at the core of any weight loss program, but that hasnt stopped scientists from seeking mechanical ways to help people shed pounds. Youve heard of gastric bypass, and LAP-Band: both procedures surgically reduce the size of the stomach so you eat less.

With 50 percent of adult Bostonians overweight or obese, Boston Mayor Thomas Menino put forth a challenge in his State of the City address this year.

Where residents can log in and pick goals whether it be to lose weight, get more active, or eat better and track their progress.

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Allurion is a medical device start-up that is developing a high-tech balloon that expands in your stomach. The balloon is packed into a pill that you swallow. - Radioboston wbur boston metro local news

2012-04-22 Gulftoday. ae Warning issued on weight-loss coffee products, pills

Dr Amiri referred to the US Drug and Food Administrations (FDA) warning on using Miztang weight loss tablets, which is Sibutramine-based, as the consumption of it may cause hypertension and increase heart beat rate. He advised cardiac patients not to consume the herbal product as the side effects may be fatal to them.

Dubai: The Ministry of Health (MoH) on Friday warned people against using weight loss coffee products and Miztang botanical slimming capsules as they contain substances of banned weight-loss drug Sibutramine.

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