Topiramate (topamax) is an anticonvulsant (treats seizures) that some use in weight loss combinations.  Remember the combination fen-phen, which turned out to cause permanent heart valve damage in some people? Unfortunately, the Mayo Clinic warns: The anticonvulsant topiramate (Topamax). Normally …

I remain dubious about the potential for weight loss drugs.  I have served on several FDA Advisory Panels. Recently, an FDA Advisory Panel voted (split vote) against approving the weight loss drug Qnexa; read more on WebMD: While people taking …

I’m a physician and cardiovascular anesthesiologist.  I read today about concerns about two blood pressure medicines – one of which may cause a “modest” increase in cancer, and the other in patients with type 2 diabetes suggesting increased risk for …