Treatment of Hypothalamic Obesity with Dextroamphetamine: A Case Series

Conclusion: Dextroamphetamine treatment led to stabilization or reduction of BMI z-score in a cohort of 7 patients with hypothalamic obesity, with no adverse effects. Considering the projected increase in BMI z-score according to the natural course of the disease, these findings are promising and warrant further study.Obes Facts 2019;12:91 –102
Source: Obesity Facts - Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Source Type: research