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Xenical

Generic Name: Orlistat

Xenical blocks absorption of dietary fat into the bloodstream, thereby reducing the number of calories you get from a meal. At the usual dosage level, it cuts fat absorption by almost one-third. Combined with a low-calorie diet, it is used to promote weight loss and discourage the return of unwanted pounds. The drug is for use only by excessively overweight individuals ( BMI > 30 or 27 with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, or type 2 diabetes) who have a conditions which could lead to serious medical problems.

While diet pills would appear to be the answer to achieving to a leaner, healthier body, they need to be used in conjunction with a healthier eating / exercise plan if you plan to keep the lost weight from returning after you stop taking the diet pills. If bad eating and exercise habits are not changed while using Xenical, or any other diet pill, the weight lost while using the diet pill will most likely be regained once you stop taking Xenical.

How do I use Xenical?

Take xenical exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Take one capsule by mouth with liquid at each main meal that contains fat.

Take xenical up to three times a day in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet. Each time you take xenical, your nutritionally balanced meal should contain no more than about 30% of calories from fat.
You should evenly divide your daily intake of fat, carbohydrates and protein over three main meals. Take xenical during meals or up to 1 hour after a meal. If you occasionally miss a meal or have a meal without fat, you can omit your dose of xenical.

Who should NOT take Xencial?

Do not take xenical without first talking to your doctor if you have

a chronic malabsorption syndrome, or
gallbladder problems.

Before taking xenical, talk to your doctor if you:

have a history of kidney stones,
have diabetes,
have anorexia or bulimia,
take any other weight-loss medicine, or
take cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral).

What are the side effects of Xenical?

The side effects of xenical are directly related to the amount of fat you have in you diet. The more fat you intake, the greater the possilbity you will experience more of the side effects.

The most common Xenical side effects include but are not limited to:

Abdominal discomfort or pain, anxiety, arthritis, back pain, diarrhea, dizziness, earache, fatigue, fatty or oily stools, fecal urgency or incontinence, flu, gas with fecal discharge, gum problems, headache, increased defecation, menstrual problems, muscle pain, nausea, oily discharge, rectal discomfort or pain, respiratory tract infections, skin rash, sleep problems, tooth problems, urinary tract infections, vaginal inflammation, and vomiting

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.

Xenical Dangers

Xenical decreases the absorption of some fat-soluble vitamins and beta-carotene. To compensate, you should take a multivitamin containing vitamins A, E, D, and K once a day, at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking Xenical.

Xenical Drug Interactions

If Xenical is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Xenical with other medications.

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