Lorcaserin hydrochloride hemihydrate
Lorcaserin hydrochloride hemihydrate CAS:856681-05-5 Lorcaserin is a prescription medication used to help adults who are obese or who are overweight and have weight-related medical problems to lose weight and keep from gaining back that weight. Lorcaserin must be used along with a reduced calorie diet and an exercise plan. This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Lorcaserin Overview Lorcaserin is a prescription medication used to help adults who are obese or who are overweight and have weight-related medical problems to lose weight and keep from gaining back that weight. Lorcaserin must be used along with a reduced calorie diet and an exercise plan. Lorcaserin is in a class of medications called serotonin receptor agonists. It works by increasing feelings of fullness so that less food is eaten. This medication comes in tablet form and is taken typically 1-2 times a day, with or without food. Common side effects of lorcaserin include headache, nausea, and back pain. Lorcaserin can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) in patients with diabetes. Lorcaserin can slow your thinking and cause dizziness. Do not drive a car or operate heavy machinery until you know how lorcaserin affects you. Uses of Lorcaserin Lorcaserin is a prescription medication used to help adults who are obese or who are overweight and have weight-related medical problems to lose weight and keep from gaining back that weight. Lorcaserin must be used along with a reduced calorie diet and an exercise plan. This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Lorcaserin Brand Names Lorcaserin may be found in some form under the following brand names: Belviq Lorcaserin Drug Class Lorcaserin is part of the drug class: