Orlistat Capsules (120mg)

Description

What this medicine is for

Orlistat 120mg Capsules are a prescription weight management medicine used in adults with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or above, or 28 and above when associated with weight-related risk factors.

Obesity is a long-term condition that can increase the risk of health problems such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease.

How it works

Orlistat works by acting in the digestive system to reduce the amount of fat absorbed from food.

It blocks enzymes in the gut (lipases) that break down dietary fat, meaning some of the fat you eat is not absorbed and is instead passed out of the body. This helps reduce overall calorie intake and supports weight loss when combined with dietary changes.

Key Benefits

• Helps support clinically proven weight loss in adults
• Reduces fat absorption from food in the digestive system
• Supports long-term weight management when combined with diet and lifestyle changes
• Non-systemic action (works locally in the gut)

Dosage guidance

• One 120mg capsule taken up to three times daily with meals
• Should be taken during or up to 1 hour after each main meal
• Skip a dose if a meal contains no fat
• Use alongside a calorie-controlled, low-fat diet
• Vitamin supplementation may be recommended due to reduced fat absorption

Common side effects

• Oily or fatty stools
• Increased bowel movements
• Flatulence with discharge
• Abdominal discomfort
• Urgent or loose stools

Patient Information Leaflet (PIL)

Please refer to the official patient leaflet:

• https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2592.pdf

Warnings

Do not take Orlistat if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Use with caution if you have chronic malabsorption syndrome or cholestasis.

May reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K).

Important information

Tell your healthcare provider if you:

• Are taking any other medicines, especially for diabetes, thyroid, or epilepsy
• Have any long-term digestive or liver conditions
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Experience persistent gastrointestinal symptoms

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