Orlistat 60mg

Description

Orlistat 60mg is a medicine used to treat the obesity problem. It promotes weight-loss in a modest way. The primary function of the medicine is to prevent the absorption of dietary fat in the bloodstream of the body. The medicine also avoids regaining of weight in the person’s body. The medicine works with low-calorie intake and increased physical activity. It also blocks fat-soluble vitamins and beta carotene. It has a beneficial effect on carbohydrate metabolism. The weight-loss done by medicine varies from person to person. The medicine is also helpful in reducing blood pressure and prevents type-2 diabetes. The medicine is a lipase inhibitor. The treatment with the medicine includes recommended exercises, behavioural and diet changes in your daily routine.

Obesity is a leading medical condition raised due to increased body fat and it can lead to being a chronic disease. When the Body Mass Index (BMI) of a person increases, that person is considered to be obese or overweight. It increases various issues related to a physical and mental health condition like cardiovascular disease, type-2 diabetes, depression and many more. Lack of physical activity, heavy diet resulting in slow metabolism is the major reason for the problem. It is mostly seen in adults and children. Social changes and personal choices help in preventing obesity. Obesity can lead to a disadvantage of employment.

Usage

Orlistat 60mg is to be used on a doctor’s recommendation. A person should take nutritional food in each meal while on medication. Avoid food that is high in fat. Avoid the medicine without consultation if you are allergic to it or any other medicine.

Dosage

The medicine should be taken 2 times a day with food or as prescribed. Increase in the recommended dose should be avoided. Take the missed dose within 1 hour of food intake. Do not start or stop the medication without a doctor’s consult.

Precautions

A person should take a multivitamin tablet with Orlistat 60mg medicine. The medicine is not recommended for children. Do not overdose medicine. Avoid inadequate amount of medicine. Dispose of un-needed medicine.

Side effects

• Headache
• Body pain
• Trouble sleeping
• Fever
• Vomiting