HI, thanks for using healthcare magic Visalus is a high protein supplement that is marketed to help with weight loss. The use of meal replacements would help you with weight loss and there are no known interactions with your other medications. Weight loss can also be achieved by a change in diet. Low calorie/low fat diet or low carbohydrate diet are the most common diet plans . You should choose the one that best suits you. You can involve your children in your exercise a little eg take them for walks, play short sport games with them etc I hope this helps