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Orlistat is a medication that is used to help reduce the amount of fat you eat. This is when you eat more calories than your body needs to absorb these amounts of fat from the foods that you eat. It is also called a.
Orlistat works by blocking the actions of enzymes called lipases. Lipases are enzymes that break down fat into smaller particles called fatty acids. When they break down fat in the body, they take a big risk of being absorbed into the food supply, leading to the development of bad fats in the stool. The risk of developing these harmful fats is increased when people who use orlistat take the medication for obesity.
If you are concerned about your health, orlistat may be part of your diet. Eating small, healthy meals is one way to lose weight, and some people have tried to lose weight by adding more fat to their diet. Other people have found that eating smaller meals can help with weight loss, and some people have found that eating more calories (in excess) or increasing their daily amount of fat can help with weight loss. For example, some people who have had a stomach ulcer have been able to eat a healthy diet to help them lose weight. Orlistat is not a weight loss drug, and it should not be used by people who are obese.
Orlistat is a medication that is taken along with diet and exercise to help people who are obese. It is also sometimes used as a form of.
In some people, Orlistat may cause side effects such as:
Other side effects of Orlistat include:
For people taking orlistat for weight loss, these symptoms can be severe and may include:
If you experience any of these side effects, or if you think that you are having a side effect of Orlistat, please let us know. Orlistat may interact with certain medications, and it is always important to inform your healthcare provider about all medications you are taking.
Orlistat is taken along with diet and exercise to help people who are obese who take it for weight loss.
Orlistat contains the active ingredient orlistat. It is a weight loss medication. Orlistat is available as a prescription medication in the UK.
Orlistat has been shown to cause mild side effects in some individuals. Talk to your health care provider if these do not go away within a few days. If you begin to experience more serious effects, seek medical attention immediately.
Common side effects of orlistat use include:
More serious side effects include:
If you experience any of these side effects, seek medical attention immediately. These are symptoms of a serious adverse reaction–or allergic reaction–to this medication and require treatment right away.
Orlistat has been shown to affect the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (vitamin A, D, E and K). This can prevent individuals taking this medication from receiving valuable nutrients from their food. Your doctor may recommend that you take a multivitamin and beta-carotene supplement along with this medication to ensure that you are receiving adequate nutrition from the food you eat.
As with all medication, inform your health care provider of any medical conditions you are currently managing. Let them know if you have or ever had kidney stones, diabetes, liver disease, gallbladder disease, thyroid disease, or an eating disorder (anorexia or bulimia). In addition, you should tell them if you have ever had an organ transplant, cholestasis (reduced or stopped bile flow), or malabsorption syndrome.
Tell your provider about any and all medication, prescription drugs, and supplements you are taking before starting treatment with orlistat. Orlistat can interact with substances in the body, causing potentially serious adverse reactions. Specifically, you should inform them of any immunosuppressant medication you are currently taking, such as cyclosporine. You should also let your provider know if you are currently taking blood thinners–like warfarin–or diabetes medication–like metformin.
In addition, let your doctor know if you are planning to become pregnant, are pregnant, or are currently breastfeeding before starting treatment with this medication.
Let your doctor know if you have or ever had kidney stones, diabetes, liver disease, gallbladder disease, thyroid disease, or thyroid cancer.Let your provider know if you have or ever had kidney stones, diabetes, liver disease, gallbladder disease, thyroid disease, thyroid cancer, or thyroid cancer.Tell your doctor if you have or ever have had renal failure, liver disease, kidney disease, or heart disease. This may cause your blood pressure to drop, and you may feel faint or lightheaded while taking this medication.
If you experience symptoms of a serious adverse reaction, seek medical attention immediately. This medication– orlistat– may cause severe dizziness and fainting during treatment. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this medication can affect you.
If you experience a severe skin reaction,land any side effects with a doctor immediately.
Let your doctor know if you have or ever have hadarenthood or other recently diagnosed liver disease. tell your doctor if you are currently taking any other prescribed medication, penc ofinal,another diabetes medication,vitamin D,or other liver-related medications, supplement or dietary supplements.If you experience any major side effects, such as the following, provide your doctor with a call or request medical attention or contact your nearest pharmacy or laboratory to make sure the medication is metabolized properly. Additional medication should be supplied as a preventer population with the medication. Other medications that may cause significant harm while taking this medication may include antacids, blood thinners, glucosamine, iron supplements, andophylline. Open communication with your doctor is important during treatment with orlistat.
Healthy weight loss
Top tips for healthy weight loss:
To help you find out if you have a healthy body weight, measure your and waist circumference To lose weight, the energy you take in from food must be less than the energy you use – eat less, move more!
Set yourself realistic goals to achieve a healthy weight. Even small amounts of weight loss can have significant health benefits and can help to set you on a path to a healthier future. Guidelines recommend that you should try to lose weight gradually, about 1-2 lbs (approximately 0.5-1.0 kg) a week
Weight loss can reduce your risk of: heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and some cancers.
It can also reduce the risk of:
High blood pressure Angina (heart condition causing chest pain) High blood cholesterol levels Lower back and joint pain Fertility problems BMI and waist circumference
For most adults:
A BMI between 18.5 and 25 is defined as healthy. A BMI of over 25 is defined as overweight. A BMI of over 30 is defined as obese.
Waist-circumferences for which there is an increased risk and high risk of obesity-related health problems:
Increased risk High risk Men ≥94 cm (37 in) ≥102 cm (40 in) Women ≥80 cm (31.5 in) ≥88 cm (34.5 in)
Sensible weight loss should be seen as an overall lifestyle change which involves eating a healthy balanced diet and doing plenty of physical activity.
Guidelines recommend that you should try to lose weight gradually, about 1-2 lbs (approximately 0.5-1.0 kg) a week. This way, the weight is more likely to stay off. This rate of weight loss is based on using up 600 kcal per day more than you take in. On average, this means consuming no more than 1,400 kcal a day if you are a women, and no more than 1,900 kcal a day if you are a man. The amount of weight you lose will depend on how much weight you need to lose and how active you are.
Further information can be found on the manufacturers
Side Effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible if you do not feel well while you are taking Orlistat.
The majority of unwanted effects related to the use of Orlistat result from its local action in your digestive system. These symptoms are generally mild, occur at the beginning of treatment and are particularly experienced after meals containing high levels of fat. Normally, these symptoms disappear if you continue treatment and keep to your recommended diet.
Very common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people):
headache abdominal pain/discomfort urgent or increased need to open the bowels flatulence (wind) with or without discharge oily discharge, oily or fatty stools liquid stools low blood sugar levels (experienced by some people with type 2 diabetes) upper respiratory infections flu (influenza)
If symptoms persist or are severe, see your doctor
You should not use this medicine if you are pregnant, if you is pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
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Xenical Orlistat 120mg is a lipase inhibitor (Lipase Inhibitor) used to block the absorption of fat in the small intestine. Xenical capsules are typically taken once a week. Xenical Orlistat 120mg capsules are taken once a day. Do not crush, break or chew the capsule. The capsule will not dissolve and will not improve the symptoms of an enlarged duodenum. Take this medication at the same times each day. Do not exceed the recommended dose or use more than the recommended dose.
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