Claudia Correone: Risks and Side Effects of Modern Weight Loss Medication, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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With the advent of new weight loss drugs, medicine now has effective tools at its disposal for treating overweight and obesity. However, the success of these substances is inextricably linked to complex medical risks, ethical challenges, and social implications. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the mechanisms of action of current weight loss drugs, their approved indications, and their common and rare side effects. It analyzes the prerequisites for responsible use, discusses the risks of abuse, and also highlights off-label use. In addition to the medical and scientific perspective, social issues are also addressed: the role of beauty standards, the influence of economic interests on research and marketing, and the normalization of pharmacological interventions in public discourse. Based on current research findings and practical case studies, this work provides a differentiated, fact-based assessment of the opportunities and limitations of modern weight loss therapies. It is aimed at those affected, such as doctors, medical professionals, students, and anyone interested in gaining a deeper and more critical understanding of this dynamic field. The author is a clinical physician with many years of experience and the author of several specialist books on weight loss drugs. Bremen University Press has published over 4, 500 specialist books in various languages since 2005. 1st edition 2025