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Lorcaserin and fenfluramine

Serotonin 5HT-2 receptor agonist
Other names: Belviq, Pondimin, lorcaserin, fenfluramine

FAA guidance

Do not issue.

Examiner

Do not issue: the examiner cannot issue a certificate

FAA label

UNACCEPTABLE

Source: FAA, Weight Loss Medications. FAA date 26 August 2026. Checked by Crosscheck 14 October 2026

The FAA lists lorcaserin and fenfluramine as unacceptable weight loss medication.

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FAA, Weight Loss Medications · FAA date 26 August 2026
UNACCEPTABLE Weight Loss Medications. Use prohibited as a single agent or in any combination product. Serotonin 5HT-2 Receptor Agonist: lorcaserin (Belviq), fenfluramine hydrochloride (Pondimin)
Sources and dates: lorcaserin and fenfluramineOne FAA document, with the FAA's date and when Crosscheck checked itOpen

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