An FDA advisory panel voted against approval of the weight loss drug Qnexa because of potential side effects. Read more »
FDA Warns of Heart Risk for Meridia
The FDA warns that the weight loss drug Meridia raises heart attack and stroke risk in patients with high blood pressure or heart problems. Read more »
Fake Alli Sold on Internet
Fake, "potentially harmful" versions of the weight loss drug Alli are being sold on Internet auction sites such as eBay, the FDA and GlaxoSmithKline warn. Read more »
FDA Reviews Safety of Diet Drug Meridia
A new study of the weight loss drug Meridia is in the hands of FDA regulators, who've released an early communication based on preliminary data: certain patients taking the drug may have a higher risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other serious cardiovascular problems. Read more »
