Description
Orlistat 120mg Capsules (84’s) are a clinically proven weight loss aid designed to help you lose weight by blocking the absorption of dietary fat
Suitability:
- Adults with a BMI of 30 or more (obesity)
- Also, Adults with a BMI of 27 or more (overweight) with other health conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes
Usage Instructions:
- Take one Orlistat tablet with each main meal containing fat, up to three times a day. Food intake should include a low-fat, low-calorie diet for optimal results.
How it Works:
- Orlistat inhibits enzymes in the gut that break down fat, reducing fat absorption by about one-third. The undigested fat is excreted, helping reduce calorie intake and facilitating weight loss. Visible effects can start within one to two days.
Who Can Take Orlistat:
- Recommended for individuals who have struggled with weight loss through diet and exercise alone.
- Typically prescribed for those with a BMI of 28 or more with related conditions, or a BMI of 30 or more.
How to take:
- Take one tablet with each main meal containing fat, up to three times daily
- Skip the Orlistat dose if a meal contains no fat or is missed.
- Monitor daily fat, protein, and carb intake, spreading it evenly across meals.
- Follow a low-calorie diet and exercise regularly for the best outcomes.
- Also, take a vitamin supplement at bedtime or two hours before or after Orlistat because of its impact on vitamin absorption.
Effectiveness:
- Orlistat is effective in reducing body weight, BMI, cholesterol levels, and waist circumference, with potential benefits for blood pressure and blood sugar control in diabetes patients.
Side Effects:
- Common: Oily spotting, gas with bowel movements, fecal urgency, fatty stool, increased defecation, abdominal discomfort.
- Rare: Chest tightness, tooth or gum problems, breathing difficulties, bloody or cloudy urine, hearing changes.
Warnings:
- Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Not suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding individuals
