Well, I have some bad news for folks who were eagerly awaiting F.D.A. approval of the latest prescription weight-loss drug: an advisory panel has voted against recommending approval for Lorcaserin. By a 9-to-5 vote, the advisers decided that the potential benefits of the drug from Arena Pharmaceuticals, did not outweigh risks. Unfortunately for Arena, the F.D.A. usually listens to its advisors. The same FDA panel recently voted against recommending approval for another weight-loss drug, Vivus Inc.’s Qnexa, due to safety concerns. The F.D.A. hasn’t approved a new prescription weight loss drug in more than a decade.
Here’s a link to the entire story from the New York Times: http://nyti.ms/btD7rv
But take heart, my disappointed overweight friend, because I have some wonderful news for you. There’s already a proven, sure-fire way to lose weight, look great, and feel better. And you don’t need to wait for F.D.A. approval! It’s called “exercise,” and when it’s combined with another revolutionary concept called a “sensible diet,” the results can be astounding.
So stop waiting around for those grouchy old buzzkills from the F.D.A. to approve the latest weight-loss miracle drug. Find a good certified personal trainer, and slowly back away from the double bacon cheeseburger.
