Xenical 120mg

Description

Medicine: Xenical

Generic name: Orlistat

What is the most important thing I should know about Xenical?

• Do not take Xenical without first talking to your doctor if you have chronic malabsorption syndrome or gallbladder problems.
• You may not be able to take Xenical if you have any of the above conditions.
• Before taking Xenical, talk to your doctor if you have a history of kidney stones, diabetes, anorexia or bulimia, if you will be taking any other weight-loss medicines, or if you are taking cyclosporine.
• You may require a dose adjustment or special monitoring during your treatment if you have any of these conditions.
• Xenical is in FDA pregnancy category B. This means that fetal harm is not expected, but do not take it without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant.
• It is not known whether Xenical passes into breast milk, so you should consult your doctor before taking it if you are breastfeeding.

What is Xenical?

Xenical is used to help obese people who fall within certain weight and height limits lose weight and maintain that weight loss. Xenical works in the intestines, where it blocks some of the fat consumed from being absorbed. This undigested fat is then eliminated in the feces.

Use Xenical along with a low-calorie diet. Xenical’s weight-control effects only last as long as you are taking the medication.

What should I discuss with my doctor before taking Xenical?

• Do not take Xenical if you have chronic malabsorption syndrome or gallbladder problems.
• Consult your doctor if you have a history of kidney stones, diabetes, anorexia, or bulimia.
• Tell us if you are taking other weight loss medications or cyclosporine.
• Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How should I take Xenical?

• Xenical comes in capsules for oral use.
• It is usually taken three times a day with meals.
• Take Xenical exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not take more or more often than prescribed.
• Xenical should be administered with meals.
• Follow a diet in which fat represents 30% of your total daily calories, evenly distributed across three main meals.

What happens if I forget to take a dose?

If you miss a dose, resume taking Xenical at your next meal. Do not try to make up for the missed dose with a double dose. An extra dose will not increase the medication’s effectiveness.

What happens in case of an overdose?

No specific information on overdose is provided in the source. Consult your doctor or go to the emergency room if you suspect you have taken too much of the medication.

What should I avoid while taking Xenical?

No dietary or substance interactions are specified in the source, but strict adherence to a low-fat diet is recommended to avoid unpleasant side effects. Always consult your doctor regarding combinations with other medications.

What are the possible side effects of Xenical?

Serious effects:

• Stop taking Xenical and seek immediate medical attention if you experience a rare allergic reaction such as difficulty breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, or hives.

Minor effects:

• Oily stains.
• Flatulence with fatty secretion.
• Urgent need to go to the bathroom.
• Oily or greasy stools.
• Increased number of evacuations.
• Inability to control bowel movements.
• Presence of orange or brown oil in the stool.

These intestinal changes are a natural effect of fat blockage and demonstrate that Xenical is working. They usually appear at the beginning of treatment, especially after meals with a higher fat content than recommended. These symptoms are usually temporary.

What medications can interact with Xenical?

Xenical may interact with cyclosporine.

Tell your doctor about all the medications you are taking, including vitamin supplements, herbal products, and other over-the-counter or prescription drugs.

If you have any questions, always consult your doctor to make sure this medicine is right for you.