Treatment of Obesity for Primary Care: From Diagnosis to Care Management-Treatment Options

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In this presentation, Jennifer Clements, a clinical professor and director of pharmacy education at the University of South Carolina, discusses the treatment options for obesity. She emphasizes the importance of lifestyle modifications such as healthy eating, physical activity, and behavioral therapy as the first step in weight management. Additionally, she discusses the use of medications, medical devices, and bariatric surgery as adjunct therapies to lifestyle modifications. Clements highlights the clinical practice guidelines from endocrinology and obesity organizations, which recommend specific medications for weight loss based on efficacy, cost, and individual factors. She discusses established agents such as Phentermine and Orlistat, as well as newer medications like Phentermine plus Topiramate, Bupropion plus Naltrexone, Liraglutide, Semaglutide, and Tryzepatide. Clements explains the dosing, mechanisms of action, and potential adverse effects of these medications. She also addresses the underutilization of pharmacotherapy, which may be due to safety concerns, monitoring requirements, and high costs. Overall, Clements emphasizes the importance of personalized, evidence-based care and the need for ongoing maintenance strategies in weight management.

Keywords

obesity treatment

lifestyle modifications

medications

bariatric surgery

clinical practice guidelines

weight loss medications

personalized care