The present invention provides novel compositions and methods for the
controlling appetite and weight and/or treating obesity using a
(+)-1-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-3-azabicyclo[3.1.0]hexane or related compound.
The invention also provides novel compositions and methods for treating
or preventing disorders related to or complicated by excessive body
weight or obesity, including coronary heart disease, osteoarthritis,
osteoporosis, dislipidemias, gout, atherosclerosis, joint pain, sexual
and fertility problems, respiratory problems, gall bladder disease, skin
conditions, hypertension, diabetes, stroke, pulmonary embolism, sleep
apnea, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, lower extremity venous
stasis disease, gastro-esophageal reflux, urinary stress incontinence,
metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance and cancer. The methods and
compositions of the invention may employ a
(+)-1-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-3-azabicyclo[3.1.0]hexane or related compound
alone, or in combination with a second anti-appetite or anti-obesity
agent.