These FDA-Approved Weight Loss Pills Actually Work

Everyone’s talking about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy like they’re the only options that exist.

They’re not.

In this episode, I break down the lesser-known—but still FDA-approved—oral medications for obesity. Some of these pills (like Qsymia and Contrave) have been around for years, can be effective for certain people, and cost way less than the weekly injections. One is even approved for kids as young as 12.

We’ll talk through:

• How much weight you can actually expect to lose

• Common side effects (and one drug that’s basically un-usable)

• How these medications work

• How doctors use generics to make them more affordable

This isn’t hype. It’s practical insight into what else is out there. If you’ve been struggling to get access to GLP-1s or you're looking for alternatives, this might be what you’ve been missing.