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Orlistat (Xenical) Capsule
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Description
Used in the treatment of obesity, along with low calorie intake or proper diet, exercise, and healthy lifestyle.
Please read patient information leaflet for complete product information before use.
Classification
Anti-Obesity
Dosage
Adults: Take 1 capsule 3 times a day, immediately before, during, or up to 1 hour after a meal.
Precautions
Caution use in individuals below 18 yrs old and those who have had organ transplant, or other health conditions such as diabetes. Long-term use may require intake of fat-soluble vitamins to be taken at least 2 hours before or after orlistat dose.
Side Effects
Fatty stools, rectal pain or discomfort, bloating, tiredness, tooth or gum problem, and fecal incontinence.
Contraindications
This product should not be given to patients with known allergy to orlistat or to any of its components. Patients taking immunosuppressants like cyclosporine and those with chronic malabsorption syndrome or cholestasis should not take this product. Not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women.