Definition

A medication that reduces appetite and was used to help people lose weight, but is no longer prescribed because it can cause serious heart problems.

Example

Fenfluramine was once popular for weight loss, but it was withdrawn from the market due to safety concerns.

Conversation

Have you heard about fenfluramine and its past use for weight loss?

Yeah, I read it was an appetite suppressant, but it had some serious side effects.

Exactly! It’s wild how something that was popular is now considered dangerous.

Right? It's a reminder to be careful with diet pills and their effects.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fenfluramine is a compound word formed from 'fen-' (derived from the chemical name 'phenyl') and 'fluramine' (which is a derivative of 'fluor' and 'amine'). The 'fen-' part relates to the phenyl group, while 'fluramine' indicates the presence of fluorine and an amine group. The word refers to a specific chemical compound used in medical treatments, particularly for appetite suppression.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fen-' as relating to a phenyl group in chemistry, and 'fluramine' as indicating the presence of fluorine and an amine. This helps you remember that fenfluramine is a chemical compound used for appetite control.

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