Obesity Management
Overweight and obesity mean having more body fat than the body needs. That can lead to serious health problems, and both lifestyle changes and treatments can help.
Key points
- Body mass index is the usual first measure used to assess whether someone carries excess body fat.
- Management of obesity may involve dietary changes, increased physical activity, and in some cases medication.
Medicines listed for Obesity Management
The catalogue lists one product for obesity management: Xenical, a capsule containing Orlistat in 60mg and 120mg strengths. Orlistat belongs to a class of medicines that reduce how much fat the body absorbs from food.
Further reading
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