<s>[INST] Are There Medications That Treat Obesity? [/INST] If diet, lifestyle modification and exercise are not enough, your doctor may prescribe medication to help you lose weight. These medicines work by either decreasing your appetite or preventing your body from absorbing fats from the foods you eat.Before prescribing medications to help you lose weight, your doctor will consider many factors, including your current health, other medications you’re taking and possible side effects. Keep in mind that medications should supplement diet and exercise. Medications alone will not help you lose weight. Source: Temple Health. Link: https://www.templehealth.org/services/bariatric-surgery/patient-support/maintaining-weight-loss/obesity-faq. Field: Endocrinology. Disease: Obesity </s>