Our nation is gradually getter more obese and the problems of obesity only get bigger!

Obesity is caused by eating an unhealthy diet with an excessive calorie and fat intake combined with an inactive lifestyle which can cause weight gain which in turn can lead to:-

A double risk of developing high blood pressure
Increased risk of raised blood cholesterol
Nearly triple the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

Some centres provides a safe and effective weight reduction programme, which is professionally monitored and supported. Our nurse practitioners are experienced in obesity management and will help to support you through our weight reduction programme which includes:-

A health assessment
Checking relevant past medical history
Family History
Blood pressure and urine test
Height, weight, body mass index
Monitoring waist and hip measurements
Dietary assessment
Activity and lifestyle assessment
Performing a general risk assessment
Setting an action plan- setting weekly & monthly goals and objectives
Monitoring diet, activity levels & weight loss throughout the programme.


Many people can lose weight by making simple changes to their diet and increasing their activity levels but some may need the extra support that Xenical or Reductil can provide.

Xenical (orlistat)

Using Xenical as part of a weight reduction programme can lead to a 16.4% weight loss after one year. Xenical:-

Is a drug, which has produced significantly greater weight loss than diet alone. One Xenical tablet is taken with each main meal.

Is a non-systemic lipase inhibitor – 97% unabsorbed

Blocks 30% of dietary fat from being absorbed.



In studies weight loss with Xenical improved other medical conditions, for instance: -

Reduction in Blood Pressure

Reduction in LDL Cholesterol

43.2% of overweight type 2 diabetics reduced or discontinued their diabetes medication with Xenical associated weight loss

If appropriate you may be prescribed Xenical as part of your weight reduction programme. The Centres advise that you attend the clinic on a weekly basis for one month and then on a monthly basis.

Reductil (Sibutramine)

Reductil is a serotonin noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor. This is a medication which is taken once a day.

What it does :

Reductil tricks the brain into making the stomach feel fuller faster and for longer so controlling how much you eat.

Reductil inhibits the re-uptake of a brain chemical called serotonin, which extends the feeling of fullness.

By eating less it should be easier to lose weight even if you haven’t been able to before.

You may be able to lose 4 pounds or more in the first month you take reductil.

Weight loss is greatest in the first 3 months but will be continued by smaller steps of weight loss sustained throughout the treatment period up to 12 months.


If appropriate you may be prescribed Reductil as part of your weight reduction programme. The centres advise that you attend the clinic on a weekly basis for one month and then on a monthly basis.