Orlistat 60 mg | 120 mg | Weight Loss Pills  

What is the working mechanism of Orlistat 60 mg | 120 mg?

Orlistat or Xenical works by inhibiting norepinephrine (NE) and serotonin, which promotes a sense of satiety and decrease in appetite, thus, reducing the intake of food resulting in an effective weight loss that will help you in achieving your correct body mass index.

What is the dosing regimen of Orlistat 60 mg | 120 mg?

The commercially available dose of Orlistat is 120mg accessible in a capsule dosage form. Take one capsule of Orlistat orally, twice a day preferably in the morning and evening after meals with a plenty of water. Take it with or without food but do not consume fatty meals while taking Orlistat for weight loss. You are advised not to take a dose more than what is recommended to you. In the case of overdose, seek medical help immediately.

What are the contraindications of Orlistat 60 mg | 120 mg?

• Do not use Orlistat if you are hypersensitive to any other constituent present in this medication.
• If you are suffering from any eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia then never take this medication.
• Orlistat is contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.
• Do not use Orlistat if you are suffering from gallstones or seizures.
• Using Orlistat is not advised if you are suffering from any severe bleeding disorders or disorders of the liver, kidney or heart.
• If you are suffering from anxiety and depression and have been using Reductil, then using Orlistat is not advised.

What are the drug interactions commonly seen with the use of Orlistat 60 mg | 120 mg?

Certain medications may show drug interaction with the use of Orlistat such as

• Blood thinners such as Warfarin
• HIV medications such as Efavirenz, Ritonavir
• Anti-seizure medication such as Phenytoin, Carbamazepine

What are the probable noxious effects of Orlistat 60 mg | 120 mg?

The commonly occurring noxious effects associated with the use of Orlistat are nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, fatty stools, flatulence, and changes in menstrual cycle, dry mouth, constipation and allergic reactions.

What are the warnings and precautionary measures that should be taken while using Orlistat 60 mg | 120 mg?

• Do not drive or operate heavy machinery during the use of this medication.
• Do not consume alcohol and any sedative along with Orlistat
• Maintain a low-calorie diet combined with physical exercise, while you are using Orlistat
• Children and geriatric patients should never use Orlistat for weight loss.
• Pregnant women and lactating mothers should stay away from this medication.