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The weight-loss drug ___________________ _ interacts with brain serotonin receptors to increase satiety and reduce food intake.
 
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Question 2

The weight-loss drug ___________________ _ inhibits pancreatic lipase activity in the GI tract, thus blocking digestion and absorption of dietary fat and limiting energy intake.
 
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Answer to Question 1

Lorcaserin hydrochloride, trade name: Belviq

Answer to Question 2

Orlistat, trade names: Alli, Xenical



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