Bella Weight Loss Capsules

What medications are in the Bella 1 and 2 formulations prescribed by KairWell Weight and Wellness?

The medications are phentermine, topiramate, naltrexone, and bupropion. Vitamin B12 is added to the formulation as a nutritional supplement.

How do the medications work in the Bella formulation?

Phentermine is an Appetite Suppressant

Taking phentermine helps you to feel less hungry and can lead to a reduction in the number of calories you eat and weight loss. Phentermine increases neurotransmitter levels in your brain that cause your feeling of hunger to decrease.

Bupropion and Naltrexone Reduce Cravings and Suppress Hunger in the Brain 

Bupropion is a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, and naltrexone is an opioid receptor antagonist. Bupropion and naltrexone work together in the hypothalamus to reduce cravings and hunger. A reward center in the brain called the mesolimbic system is stimulated by pleasurable activities such as eating or even thinking about eating. Bupropion and naltrexone can regulate these feelings of pleasure, reducing cravings to eat.

Topiramate Helps with Cravings

Topiramate is an anti-seizure medication that is also used to treat migraines that has weight loss as a known side effect and is part of an FDA-approved drug that combines it with phentermine to promote weight loss. When tested in clinical trials, topiramate induced weight loss and improved blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity. Some users reported that topiramate altered their sense of taste, which may also help with appetite control.

Vitmin B12 as a Nutritional Supplement

Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin that is involved in forming DNA and red blood cells. 

What do I need to know about Bella capsules?

Ensure to let all physicians who care for you know that you are taking this medication. Follow your health and wellness plan and have blood work performed periodically. Contact your health care provider’s office immediately if you are having any symptoms that you believe may be a medication related side effect. Do not share your medication with anyone. Talk to your healthcare provider before using Bella capsules if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant as you may need to stop taking this drug before getting pregnant. Talk to your healthcare provider if you get pregnant or want to get pregnant while taking Bella capsules.

What are potential side effects of Bella capsules?

The likelihood of side effects or adverse reactions with Bella capsules remains low but there are many types of possible adverse reactions since 4 different medications are used to formulate this drug. The amount of each of these drugs, other than phentermine, are lower than the recommended daily dose which reduces the likelihood of side effect.

Bupropion: seizure, agitation, depressive or manic symptoms, anxiety, irritability, memory impairment, impaired concentration, gastrointestinal effects, infection, joint symptoms decreased libido, and abnormal dreams.

Naltrexone: liver injury if given in excessive doses, headache, dizziness, insomnia, gastrointestinal effects, nervousness, and anxiety.

Phentermine: dizziness, headache, restlessness, insomnia, tremor, palpitations, fast heart rate, libido changes, gastrointestinal effects, abuse potential, and rash.

Topiramate: sleepiness, dizziness, insomnia, involuntary muscle contractions, speech problems, memor impairment, impaired concentration, gastrointestinal effects, skin reactions, and imbalance.

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you have signs of an allergic reaction like hives or tightness in your chest, signs of kidney problems, severe dizziness or passing out, or a fast heart beat.

How are Bella capsules best taken?

Use Bella capsules only as ordered by your healthcare provider. Read all the information given to you. Bella capsules are taken in the morning 30 minutes before breakfast.