Lorcaserin hydrochloride

Molecular Formula: C11H14ClN.ClH

Molecular Weight:232.15

CAS Registry Number: 846589-98-8 

Appearance:white powder

Lorcaserin, currently marketed under the trade name Belviq and previously Lorqess during development,is a weight-loss drug developed by Arena Pharmaceuticals. It has serotonergic properties and acts as an anorectic.

Lorcaserin is used long term for weight loss in those who are obese.