Description

ORLISTAT belongs to the class of medication called anti-obesity drugs 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 feces, 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 women. 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.

Uses of ORLISTAT

Obesity

Medicinal Benefits

ORLISTAT contains Orlistat, an anti-obesity drug used to treat obesity and help in weight loss. ORLISTAT works in the small intestine and stomach and prevents the action of enzymes that breakdown 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, making the body unable to use fat as a source of energy or convert it into fat tissue. Thereby, ORLISTAT helps in weight loss and reduces the risk of serious health problems.

Directions for Use

You can take ORLISTAT just before, during or up to 1 hour after meals as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water daily at the same time for effective results. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of ORLISTAT

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Soft stools
• Sudden bowel motions
• Flatulence (gas) with or without oily spotting
• Oily or fatty stools
• Stomach pain
• Stool incontinence (involuntary leakage of stools)
• Runny or liquid stools
• Dark urine