Anorectic drugs for appetite reduction.

Here Mr Ahmed, Bariatric surgeon, discusses the use of amphetamines for weight loss, how they work, and known side effects .

Here Mr Ahmed, Consultant Bariatric Surgeon, discusses the weight loss expectancy when taking Orlistat. The compliance of taking Orlistat varies due to the unpleasant side effects and can either stimulate good behaviour change to reduce fatty food ingestion, or non-compliance of the medication, therefore, overall weight loss can be modest.

Mr Ahmed, Bariatric surgeon, discusses the reasons for bariatric surgery being referred over the use of non-surgical treatments. The focus is on metabolic changes that inhibit the success of non-surgical treatment.

This video discusses the way Orlistat inhibits the enzyme lipase in the overall function of inducing fat malabsorption. However, what is mentioned is that the change in dietary behaviour due to the unpleasant side effects of Orlistat are what assist with the most part of weight loss.

This playlist compiles the surgical treatment options for obesity.

Mr Ahmed, consultant bariatric surgeon, discusses bariatric surgery as a treatment option to restore health and not to be understood as a cure.