Lorcaserin must be used along with a reduced calorie diet and an exercise plan. Lorcaserin is in a class of medications called serotonin receptor agonists. It works by increasing feelings of fullness so that less food is eaten.
What is the mechanism of action of lorcaserin?
Lorcaserin reduces food intake, possibly via suppressing appetite and increasing satiety, but the exact mechanism of action is unknown. It is a selective serotonin 2c(5-HT2c) receptor agonist, and it is thought that this specificity will make serotonin-related valvulopathy unlikely.
Can lorcaserin cause memory problems?
In clinical trials of at least 1-year duration, adverse reactions related to cognitive impairment (e.g., difficulty with concentration/attention, difficulty with memory, and confusion) occurred in 2.3% of patients taking BELVIQ and 0.7% of patients taking placebo.
