Xenical, Orlistat 120 Mg, For Weight Loss - 84 Capsules

Product Name

• Xenical, Orlistat 120 Mg, For Weight Loss - 84 Capsules
  
  
  

Scientific Name

• Orlistat 120 Mg Capsules
  
  

Category Of Xenical 120 Mg Capsules

• Obesity Management
  
  

Indications Of  Xenical 120 Mg Capsules

• It inhibits the absorption of 25-30% from dietary fats by reversible inhibition of gastrointestinal lipases. It exerts its therapeutic activity in the lumen of the stomach and small intestine.

• It may show a helpful effect in obesity management including weight loss and weight maintenance when used with a reduced-calorie diet. It is also indicated to reduce weight regain after weight loss.

Method Of Administration Of Xenical 120 Mg Capsules

• The recommended dose is one capsule with each main meal (immediately before, during or up to 1 hour after the meal) up to 3 times a day.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.
  
  

Undesirable Side Effects Of Xenical 120 Mg Capsules

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Delayed stomach emptying.
2. Digestive side effects.
3. Low potassium levels.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Xenical 120 Mg Capsules

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
  Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding.
  
  

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice
1-Diet:

• Generally, weight loss occurs when energy intake is lower than energy expenditure.
  
  

2-Exercise:

• People with obesity need to get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity physical activity to prevent further weight gain or to maintain the loss of a modest amount of weight.
• You probably will need to gradually increase the amount you exercise as your endurance and fitness improve.
• Even though regular aerobic exercise is the most efficient way to burn calories and shed excess weight, any extra movement helps burn calories.
• Park farther from store entrances and take the stairs instead of the elevator.
• A pedometer can track how many steps you take over the course of a day.
• Many people try to reach 10,000 steps every day.
• Gradually increase the number of steps you take daily to reach that goal.
  
  

3-Behavioral counseling:

• Behavioral counseling might contribute to greater weight loss when combined with medical therapy and diet.

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Xenical 120 Mg Capsules

• Talk to your doctor about all your medical conditions before taking this drug. Follow instructions.
• Read all medicine labels.
• Use the right amount.
• Don't take a larger dose of a medicine thinking it will help you more.
• Take medicine on time.
• Report problems.
• Tell your doctor about drug use or any adverse events that appear.
• Don't recommend the product by yourself to anyone, only doctors or pharmacists can recommend it.
  
  

Storage Conditions Of Xenical 120 Mg Capsules

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label.
• The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
  
  

Normal Ranges

• below 18.5 – you're in the underweight range
• between 18.5 and 24.9 – you're in the healthy weight range
• between 25 and 29.9 – you're in the overweight range
• between 30 and 39.9 – you're in the obese range

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