Drug
Class: Anti-Obesity
(Reduction of Fat Digestion)
Drug
Uses
Xenical
(Orlistat) is used in the management of obesity
including weight loss and weight maintenance when used
with a reduced-calorie diet. Xenical
(Orlistat) blocks some of the fat that you eat from
being absorbed by your body. Xenical
(Orlistat) may be
used for other purposes as determined by your doctor.
Possible
Side Effects
Stop
taking Xenical
(Orlistat) and
seek emergency medical attention if you experience
a rare allergic reaction including shortness of
breath; closing of your throat; swelling of your
lips, tongue, or face; or hives.
Other,
less serious side effects are more likely to
occur. Continue to take Xenical
(Orlistat)
and talk to your doctor if you experience:
Oily
spotting.
Gas
with discharge.
An
urgent need to go to the bathroom.
Oily
or fatty stools.
An
oily discharge.
An
increased number of bowel movements.
An
inability to control bowel movements.
Orange
or brown colored oil in your stool.
The
bowel changes listed above are a natural effect of
blocking fat and indicate that Xenical
(Orlistat) is
working. They generally occur early in treatment,
particularly after meals containing higher amounts
of fat than are recommended. These symptoms are
usually temporary and lessen or disappear as you
continue treatment and keep to your recommended
diet of meals containing 30% fat.
Side
effects other than those listed here may also
occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect
that seems unusual or that is especially
bothersome
More
Drug Information
For
more drug information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or
health care provider.
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