New weight-loss pill might help in the fight against obesity

Casserine, known as Belviq in the EU, is a weight loss drug considered safe for the heart. It should be taken twice daily and works by stimulating brain chemicals to create a feeling of fullness. However, side effects like headaches and nausea may occur. A study over 40 months showed that participants taking Locastarin lost 5-10% of their body weight, three times more than those on a placebo.

What side effects were noted by researchers regarding the drug?

How much more likely were participants prescribed Locastarin to lose weight compared to those taking a placebo?