Xenical

Orlistat capsules for obesity management. It stops some dietary fat from being absorbed in the gut.

Dosage

Pack size

Xenical is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.

Supply requirements for Xenical depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.

Xenical details

Condition: Obesity Management
Alternative names: orlistat
Therapeutic class: Lipase Inhibitor
Pharmacological class: Anti-Obesity Agent
Contraindications: chronic malabsorption syndrome; cholestasis; pregnancy
Minor side effects: oily stools; flatulence; fecal urgency
Moderate side effects: abdominal pain; decreased fat-soluble vitamin absorption; headache
Serious side effects: severe liver injury, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms: Capsule
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: Roche
Onset Time: 24–48 hours
Duration: 48–72 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C. Keep dry.
Drug interactions: Cyclosporine; Warfarin; Levothyroxine
Age restrictions: Approved for adolescents over twelve years and adults.

Patient summary

Orlistat capsules for obesity management. It stops some dietary fat from being absorbed in the gut.

Mechanism of action

Reversibly inhibits gastric and pancreatic lipases in the gut lumen, blocking the breakdown of dietary triglycerides into absorbable fatty acids.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Highly contraindicated. No therapeutic benefit during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Avoid.

Xenical names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.

A generic containing Orlistat at the strength you pick.
Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.