What are the effects of taking weight-loss medication before pregnancy?

Patient's question:

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Doctor's answer:

First, weight-loss medications are often highly toxic. If taken by women, they can place excessive strain on the liver and kidneys. Moreover, diarrhea is a common side effect of these medications, leading to the loss of a significant amount of essential nutrients. This cannot ensure that the fetus receives adequate nutritional support.
Second, weight-loss medications can easily disrupt hormonal balance in women, as they often contain many laxative ingredients. This can disrupt a pregnant woman's metabolism, impairing the function of her organs and increasing the risk of miscarriage.
Finally, the drug components in weight-loss medications not only cause the aforementioned issues but can also lead to more severe consequences, such as fetal deformities or even anencephaly (a condition where a major part of the brain and skull are missing). Many ingredients in these medications can interfere with the normal development of the fetus, causing developmental delays.

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