Dirlotapide is a drug used to treat obesity in dogs. It is manufactured by Pfizer and marketed as Slentrol.It works as a selective microsomal triglyceride transfer protein (MTTP) inhibitor. This blocks the assembly and release of lipoproteins into the bloodstream thereby reducing fat absorption. It also elicits a satiety signal from lipid-filled cells lining the intestine.It is supplied as an oral solution. It is not intended for use in humans cats or parrots.On January 5 2007 the U.S.
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