Orlistat is used to treat obesity and help in weight loss. Orlistat is to be used along with a low-calorie diet and regular physical exercise. Obesity is a common condition associated with excessive body fat, which in turn increases the risk of other health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, certain cancers, and heart disease. Intake of more calories than you burn by exercise or daily activities results in obesity.
Orlistat contains Orlistat, which works in the small intestine and stomach and prevents the action of enzymes that break down fat, which is absorbed by the body. Orlistat decreases the absorption of fat from the food you eat. Thus, fat passes through the gut and is excreted in the faeces, which makes the body unable to use fat as a source of energy or convert it into fat tissue. Thereby, Orlistat helps in weight loss.
Take Orlistat as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Orlistat for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience soft stools, sudden bowel motions, flatulence (gas) with or without oily spotting, oily or fatty stools, stomach pain, stool incontinence (involuntary leakage of stools), and runny or liquid stools. Most of these side effects of Orlistat do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Orlistat or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Orlistat if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, as it may cause fetal harm. It is not known whether Orlistat is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are a breastfeeding woman. Orlistat is not recommended for children below 18 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. You are advised to take a multivitamin containing fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K at bedtime as Orlistat may reduce the absorption of certain vitamins in the body.
Contraceptive method Your doctor will decide the method of taking Orlistat. If your doctor finds that you are suitable for taking Orlistat, you should consult to a pharmacist available from the moment of taking Orlistat. The method of taking Orlistat may vary based on you, the doctor’s instructions, and what works for you. Usually, Orlistat is taken by mouth every day. However, it is advised to take it as directed by the doctor, and it is recommended to take it with food. Your doctor will decide the best course of treatment for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition. Usually, you will be successfully managed with a multivitamin containing fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K.Keep in a cool, dry area.Orlistat Generic Name: Xenical 120mg/40mg Capsules
The amount of fat in the body is an important factor in your health. There are many methods to prevent or treat your body’s fat. However, using Orlistat at a low dose can cause a number of undesirable effects such as soft stools, leakage of fat from the stomach or intestines, and runny or liquid stools. Also, using Orlistat at a low dose may increase your risk of passing away soon after you stop taking the drug. Therefore, if you are taking Orlistat as prescribed by your doctor, you are advised to take it as directed by the doctor. Usually, you will be successfully managed with a multivitamin containing fat-suble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K.The dosage of Orlistat Orlistat should be the following:
The starting dose is 10 mg Orlistat. The dose can be increased to 12.75 mg or decreased to 10 mg Orlistat as advised by a doctor. In case you take more Orlistat than your doctor has told you to, you should not take the dose. Also, skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
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Xenical Orlistat is used to treat obesity. It works by reducing the amount of fat you absorb from the food you eat. Xenical is also used to reduce the risk of developing forms of diabetes, high blood pressure, and kidney disease. Xenical is not recommended for children. Take a medicine at least one hour before or two hours after each main meal you eat. Do not take more than once a day.
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Name of Drug | Amount | Per unit | Brand Name | Generic |
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Orlistat 120mg | 120 mg | 1 tablet | ||
60 mg | 1 capsule | |||
Xenical 120mg | ||||
60mg | 2 tablets |
Do not use if pregnant or breast feeding, or if you are planning to become pregnant or are of childbearing age.
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Carrying too much weight puts stress on your body which can lead to a variety of health issues.
By reducing the amount of fat cells in your body, you reduce the likelihood of getting very serious conditions such as heart disease, certain cancers, stroke, liver disease, type II diabetes, osteoarthritis and high blood pressure. Being overweight also affects the respiratory system, with side effects such as sleep apnoea and asthma.
If you are overweight or clinically obese then you may suffer from low self-esteem or lack self-confidence and therefore losing weight can help you to regain confidence, increase your self-esteem and lower the risk of depression. It also helps improve the ratio of good to bad cholesterol; reduce blood pressure and inhibit the progression to type II diabetes.
Weight loss can be a difficult and daunting prospect, however clinical studies have shown that those who use Xenical / Orlistat alongside dieting can achieve 50% more weight loss than dieting alone.
Some Handy Tips for a Successful Weight Loss Journey
Above all,don't give up.If you blow it one day, put it behind you as tomorrow is another day! Your weight loss may stop and start but keep going and the outcome will be well worth it.
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Xenical 120mg Capsules,when used in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet, can be used for obesity management, including weight loss and weight maintenance.Xenicalworks in your digestive system to block one-third of the fat in the food you eat from being digestedThe daily intake of fat, carbohydrate and protein should be distributed over three main meals.pills can also block the absorption of some vitamins. You may wish to take a multivitamin supplement along with making sure to keep a well-balanced diet, rich in fruit and vegetables.
The active substance isOrlistat. Each capsule contains120 mg of Orlistat
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