Body Weight Reduction Xenical
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Xenical
Active Ingredients:
- orlistat
The commercial name of the medication may differ from the brand one. Generic Xenical manufactured by Dharam Distributorsis available under commercial name Orlitac.
How does the medication work?
Xenical contains the active ingredient orlistat which is specific inhibitor of gastrointestinal lipase. Xenical exerts its therapeutic action in the stomach and small bowel where it forms the covalent bonds with active serine parts of the stomach and pancreatic lipases. Unactivated enzyme looses its ability to break up lipids which come with food in the form of triglycerides. Decreased absorption of triglycerides lowers the amount of calories which enter the blood circulation. Unabsorbed fats are eliminated out of the organism with feces. Action mechanism of the medication begins in 24-48 hours after the first application. The medication is not effective
Why is Xenical prescribed?
Generic Xenical is prescribed for the prolonged treatment of obese and overweight patients. The medication can be indicated in combination with hypoglycemic preparations and moderate low-calorie diet in patients with diabetes type 2 with overweight or obesity.
Xenical is not effective without moderate physical exercises and diet.
When Xenical should not be taken?
Generic Xenical should not be used if any of the following conditions apply to you:
- Hypersensitivity to any of the medication ingredients
- Syndrome of chronic malabsorbtion
- Cholestasis
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
What side effects are possible with the medicine ?
- Digestive system: the most common- oil discharges from the rectum (oily spotting), meteorism with a small amount of stool or oil, steatorea, frequency defecation, fecal urgency, nausea, uncontrolled bowel movement, watery stool, damage of the teeth and gums.
- Allergic reactions: itching, rash, hives, angioedema, anaphylactic reactions.
- Other: infection of the upper or lowers respiratory airways, headache, dysmenorrhea, anxiety, weakness and infections of the urogenital systems.
- In patents with diabetes are also possible hypoglycemic conditions and meteorism.
If any of these side effects occur during the treatment seek medical attention immediately.
This is not a full list of possible Xenical side effects. If you notice other adverse effects caused by the preparation inform your doctor or pharmacist.
What are possible drug to drug interactions associated with Xenical?
- Fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, K
- Immune suppression therapy (cyclosporine)
- Thyroid medications (Liothyronine, Liotrix, Levothyroxine, Thyroid)
- Diabetes medications
- Anti-arrhythmic medication (amiodarone)
- Blood thinners (warfarin)
Let your doctor know if you are taking any of the above mentioned medicines or other preparations including herbals, vitamins and food supplements as they may change the effectiveness or increase the risk of Xenical side effects.
Additional drug information
The medicines should be kept out of reach and sight of children. You should take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid off-label use of the medication. If you are unsure about anything related to Xenical contact your health care provider or pharmacist. You can also apply to our customer support service.
