What are appetite suppressants? 

Appetite suppressants are a kind of diet pills that make a person feel fuller as the dieter gains relief from thirst and hunger. As a result, liquid and solid intake of food is easily avoided by the person on diet. People can thereby reduce weight without suffering from any hunger pangs as they lose interest in eating themselves due to these suppressants.

You may take over-the-counter appetite suppressants or those that are available by prescription only. OTC suppressants normally consist of herbal ingredients. A dieter must do additional research before taking any medicine to reduce appetite, especially in terms of its clinical trials done and noticeable side effects.

Another thing that a dieter must keep in mind while taking these medicines is that even if they do not feel any inclination towards eating or drinking, they must drink a lot of water and eat healthy meals on a frequent basis, for better results.  

Dosage

People are generally advised to take these suppressants for a maximum of thrice a day. Usually these pills are taken empty stomach, at least an hour before every meal for the best results. Sometimes doctor suggest not taking appetite suppressants at night as they cause sleeplessness. Generally, appetite suppressants are advised for 8-12 weeks. 

Warning

People who have any kind of health conditions must consult a doctor before taking appetite suppressants. This is especially essential for those who have heart disease, high blood pressure, glaucoma, kidney problem, thyroid and diabetes. Additional precautions are often extended by doctors for such dieters and even a few of them may also be discouraged from taking these suppressants altogether.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women are also advised not to take appetite suppressants. Like many other medications, drinking alcohol is prohibited when you are taking these suppressants.   

Side effects

Some side effects may be noticed while taking these appetite curbing medications. These vary from one person to another, based on health condition of every individual. Sleeplessness, restlessness, dizziness, nervousness and rapid heartbeat are common side effects.

Prolonged use may also cause drug dependence and addiction among a few patients. It is therefore necessary that dieters do not take the dosage in excess of what has been recommended. 

What to buy?

It is important to research thoroughly before you buy any appetite suppressant. Diet Rx and Lipocerin are the two brands that you may try. Needless to say, if you could not find any of the suppressants in your local pharmacy, you may like to try your luck on the Internet.