Orlis (120mg) 30 Capsules

Description

• Description

  It promotes weight loss by decreasing the amount of dietary fat absorbed in your intestine and by partially inhibiting hydrolysis of triglycerides.

• Ingredients

  Orlistat

• Drug Class

  Lipase-inhibitor (anti-obesity)

• Dosage Form

  Capsule

• Uses

  For obesity management and weight loss

• Dosage

  One capsule three times a day with a fat-containing meal. Do not take on an empty stomach

• In case of Overdose

  It’s crucial to be informed of the potential risks associated with an overdose. You may have serious gastric symptoms such as bloody stools. Overdose may be life-threatening in some cases. Time is of the essence, therefore, seek medical care immediately

• Missed Dose

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, but no more than 1 hour after eating a meal. If it has been more than an hour since your last meal, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Missing a dose may sometimes result in minor side effects, so pay attention to any changes that you may feel. When in doubt, reach out to a healthcare provider for advice. To minimize chances of missing a dose in the future, consider creating a medication schedule.

• How To Use

  Dose may be taken during the meal or within one hour of completing the meal. Take with a full glass of water.

• When Not to Use

  Not to be taken in case:

  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding
  • You have digestive problems

• Side Effects

  Common side effects associated with the intake of this medicine include:

  • Oily or fatty stools
  • Flatulence
  • Loose stools
  • Stomach or rectal pain

• Precautions & Warnings

  Precautions may include:

  • Consult a doctor in case of liver, kidney, thyroid or gallbladder issues
  • Seek medical attention in case you have difficulty breathing, get hives, see blood in urine, severe stomach or lower back pain or any other signs of liver problems.

• Drug Interactions

  Do not use in case you are taking:

  • Anti-diabetics
  • Vitamin E formulations
  • Amiodarone
  • Cyclosporine
  • HIV medications
  • Anti-seizure medications

• Storage/Disposal

  Store at room temperature, away from light, heat, moisture and children. Keep the bottle tightly closed

• Control Drug

  No

• Quick Tips, if any

  Do not take a high-fat diet in combination with orlistat.