Diet Pills- Ephedrine

According to some experts, obesity should be treated and weight can be maintained for life time. For this some experts also prescribe for diet pills which are available in wide range in the market. Many of the diet pills have their side effects which should be taken into consideration before going for these drugs.

Some drugs of this kind are laxative, some are diurectics, some are metabolism stimulators. Also these drugs affect the nervous system as the apetite is killed. In some cases body fluids are drained off creating weight loss illusion.

Substances derived from a plant called 'Ephedra', are seen useful in the treatment of weight loss. Ephedrine is sold under various market names in many countries. The dried leaves of this plant are used in the field of medicine widely all over the world. Ephedrine alkaloids are amphetamine-like compounds used in OTC and prescription drugs with potentially lethal stimulant effects on the central nervous system and heart.

Side effects of Ephedrine

Side effects of using diet pills in the treatment of weight loss have been in great number and quite hazardous. Ephedrine is also used by athletes for boosted performance.

• Hypertension
• Effect on nervous system
• rapid heart rate
• muscle injury
• stroke
• memory loss