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Xenical |
Typical Brand Names: Xenical, Orlistat
Generic Name: Orlistat
Xenical blocks some of the fat that you eat from being absorbed by your body. It is to be used as part of a doctor-prescribed weight management program, which includes a low calorie diet. Because Xenical can decrease your body?absorption of some vitamins, your doctor may recommend taking a multivitamin. Take this vitamin at least 2 hours before or after a dose of Xenical.
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Xenical Uses?
Xenical is not like the other weight loss drugs because it works in your digestive system to help your body block unwanted fat. The other drugs work on the brain or nervous system to suppress the appetite or speed up metabolism. We all have enzymes in our digestive system called lipases to help break down fat. Xenical works by attaching itself to the lipases and keeps them from digesting some of the fat you have eaten. Since the undigested fat cannot be absorbed, it is sent out of your body in your bowel movements. Xenical works to block one-third of the fat in the food that you eat from being absorbed by your body. Xenical may be an option for you if you have a Body Mass Index of 30 or higher, or if your BMI is 27 or higher and also have other risks like high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, or high cholesterol.
Xenical Directions
The normal prescription of Xenical is for 120-mg, to be taken by mouth three times a day with liquids. It needs to be taken at each of the main meals of the day, which also need to be low in fat. These meals need to be regulated. You need to divide your carbohydrates, protein and fat evenly between each of the meals. And each meal should contain no more than 30% of its calories from fat. Each dose of Xenical can be taken somewhere within an hour of eating each meal. If you skip a meal, or if you eat a meal that has no fat, you can choose to skip that particular dose of Xenical. Taking more than the 120-mg of Xenical has not been shown to help you lose more weight, and so we generally discourage taking any more than prescribed.
Xenical Side Effects
You will likely experience some side effects when you begin taking Xenical. Since it works by blocking fat you ingest when eating, you will see some changes in your bowel habits. This a natural effect due to the fat not being absorbed, and will usually only happen for the few weeks of use; however, some people have experienced these symptoms for up to six months. Among the things you may notice is gas with an oily discharge. You may also experience more bowel movements along with a feeling of urgency to have a bowel movement. If your meal contained more fat than is recommended while taking Xenical, you may feel like you cannot control your bowels. Pravastatin users need to take that dose at night to avoid an interaction with the Xenical.
Xenical Warnings
XENICAL is not recommended if you are pregnant, nursing, have food absorption problems or reduced bile flow. Xenical also reduces the absorption of vitamins, for that reason, a daily multivitamin is recommended. Xenical is for people who are considerably overweight (with a body mass index of 30 or higher) and for people who are overweight (have a body mass index of 27 or greater). This medication is for people that have other risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease or diabetes. Xenical should be taken in combination with a reduced-calorie diet containing no more than 30% of calories from fat.
Xenical Drug Interactions
Before you begin using Xenical, you need to let your doctor know if you regularly use cyclosporine.
Xenical Missed Dose
Your dose of Xenical can be missed if you don�eat a
meal, or if you eat a low-fat meal. Xenical is just beneficial
to help you break down one-third of the fat in each meal. Just
continue on with your regular doses, beginning with your next
meal. Research has not shown an additional weight loss benefit
to taking more Xenical than the regular 120 mg, three times
each day.
Xenical Storage
Once you receive your Xenical medication store it at room temperature; keep it away from sunlight and moisture.
Anything Else I Should Know About Xenical
You should take a multivitamin once a day while on Xenical. Because this medication keeps your body from absorbing certain essential vitamins. This vitamin should not be taken at the same time as Xenical you should take about 2 hours apart. Xenical is unlike other prescription medicines that are based on amphetamine-style appetite suppressants; those types of medications typically have many side effects. Xenical is the safest prescription diet drug on the market. Xenical is currently the only drug that alters fat metabolism. Xenical does not affect the heart or the brain. Not even 1% of Xenical is absorbed by the bloodstream. Always have a yearly checkup with your primary care physician! Do not share this medication with anyone. |
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