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Quick Facts
About Orlistat 120mg Tablet
Orlistat 120mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of obesity. It helps the body in blocking the absorption of fats from the small intestines and stomach. This way it can help reduce calorie intake and weight loss over time.Orlistat 120mg Tablet is geenrally taken orally 3 times daily, during (or up to 1 hour after) each main meal containing fat. It can also be taken up to 2 hours after midmeal. It works best when it is used along with regular physical activity and a healthy diet. It should not be taken for a long term unless your doctor tells you to do so. For better efficacy of the medicine, fat-rich foods should be avoided along with the medicine.Some of the common side effects of Orlistat 120mg Tablet include the presence of fat in the stool, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If any of the side effects bother you, tell your doctor without delay. They may be able to help you by adjusting your dose or prescribe you an alternate medicine.Pregnant and breastfeeding women must take this medicine only with a valid prescription. Inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications. This medicine should not be considered as a long-term treatment unless you are prescribed by your doctor.
How It Works
Orlistat 120mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of obesity. It helps the body in blocking the absorption of fats from the small intestines and stomach. This way it can help reduce calorie intake and weight loss over time.Orlistat 120mg Tablet is geenrally taken orally 3 times daily, during (or up to 1 hour after) each main meal containing fat. It can also be taken up to 2 hours after midmeal. It works best when it is used along with regular physical activity and a healthy diet. It should not be taken for a long term unless your doctor tells you to do so. For better efficacy of the medicine, fat-rich foods should be avoided along with the medicine.Some of the common side effects of Orlistat 120mg Tablet include the presence of fat in the stool, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If any of the side effects bother you, tell your doctor without delay. They may be able to help you by adjusting your dose or prescribe you an alternate medicine.Pregnant and breastfeeding women must take this medicine only with a valid prescription. Inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications. This medicine should not be considered as a long-term treatment unless you are prescribed by your doctor.
How to Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Orlistat 120mg Tablet is to be taken with food.Avoid Orlistat 120mg Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.
What if you miss a dose?
If you miss a dose of Orlistat 120mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Composition of Orlistat 120mg Tablet
Uses of Orlistat 120mg Tablet
Key Benefits of Orlistat 120mg Tablet
- In Obesity Orlistat 120mg Tablet decreases cravings for food now and then. This helps reduce food intake and enables you to cut down on those extra calories that are responsible for gaining weight due to overeating. Therefore, this medicine helps to treat obesity and prevents the complications of being overweight like diabetes, high blood pressure, and other serious problems. It also improves your confidence by helping you lose weight and enhances your quality of life.
Side Effects of Orlistat 120mg Tablet
- Fat in stool
- Bowel incontinence
- Flatus with discharge
- Oily spotting
- Increased urge to pass bowels
- Oily evacuation
- Increased bowel movements
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Orlistat 120mg Tablet
Consuming alcohol with Orlistat 120mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Orlistat 120mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Information regarding the use of Orlistat 120mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Orlistat 120mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Orlistat 120mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Orlistat 120mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Use of this medicine may be associated with the formation of kidney stones in patients with underlying kidney disease.
Orlistat 120mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Orlistat 120mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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