The nurse is providing education to a client who was taking sibutramine (Meridia)as a part of a weight-loss program.The client asks the nurse why the medication was removed from the market.Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?

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Sibutramine (Meridia) was removed from the market due to the increased risk of heart attack and stroke. Studies showed that the medication posed a higher risk for cardiovascular events in patients with a history of coronary artery disease, hypertension, or abnormal heart rhythm. As a result, the FDA requested the withdrawal of the drug from the market in 2010. Teaching the client about the risks and benefits of weight loss medications is important to prevent harm and promote overall health.

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