What is another word for anorexigenic?
Pronunciation: [ˌanɔːɹˌɛksa͡ɪd͡ʒˈɛnɪk] (IPA) 
Anorexigenic is a medical term that describes substances or conditions that suppress or decrease the appetite and food intake. Synonyms for anorexigenic include anorectic, appetite suppressant, bulimic suppressant, and hunger suppressant. Other related terms include satiety-inducing agents, antihyperphagic drugs, and weight loss medications. These type of medicines act on the central nervous system by altering the level of neurotransmitters that control food intake. Anorexigenic drugs are mainly prescribed to treat obesity, binge eating disorder, and other eating disorders. The use of these drugs should be monitored and supervised by a health care professional to avoid potential side effects.
