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Evaluation of the efficacy and safety of controlled‐release phentermine/topiramate in adults with obesity in Korea: A randomized, double‐blind, placebo‐controlled, phase 4 trial (QUEEN's study)

Sang-Mo Hong, W. J. Kim, E. S. Kang, In-Kyung Jeong, Chong Hwa Kim, Ki Y. Lee, Sungrae Kim, S. Oh et al.

Diabetes, obesity and metabolism, 2024

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Abstract

This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of a combination of phentermine and delayed‐release topiramate (PHEN/TPM CR) versus placebo as an adjunct to standard lifestyle recommendations in Korean adults.

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