What best describes the mechanism of action of orlistat (how does it promote weight loss)? 1)It inhibits the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin. 2) It blocks the production of insulin. 3) It blocks the absorption of fat. 4) It is an appetite suppressant.
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Step 1: Orlistat works by inhibiting the action of pancreatic lipase, an enzyme responsible for breaking down fats in the digestive system. Show more…
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