Orlistat Capsules
Aprazer Healthcare – Leading WHO-GMP certified manufacturer and global exporter of Orlistat Capsules (Orlikast). High-quality, reliable, affordable medicine.
Available finished formulation under our brand name ORLIKAST.
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Orlistat capsule
Classification: Weight loss medicine
What is Orlistat?
It is a medicine widely used to treat obesity.
It is used to manage weight in chronic conditions to reduce complications.
The conditions in which it is used-
• Type 2 diabetes
• Cardiovascular disease/hypertension
• High cholesterol
Orlikast is an Orlistat capsule, manufactured by Aprazer Healthcare.
Aprazer Healthcare is a pharmaceutical manufacturer.
We manufacture and export a global range of products worldwide.
As a trusted pharmaceutical company, we have a remarkable presence in Asia, Africa, and America.
Our product catalogue comprises –
• Anticancer drugs
• HIV anti-retroviral
• Antibiotics
• Antivirals
What are the uses of Orlistat?
It induces weight loss and helps reduce obesity-related complications.
It is used to manage weight in chronic disorders.
How does Orlistat work?
It works by blocking fat absorption from the diet.
Approximately 30 percent of the fat from the diet is unabsorbed and excreted.
Orlistat drug side effects-
It causes digestive side effects if taken with heavy fat meals.
• Oil spotting in the underwear
• Gas and flatulence
• Sudden bowel urgency
• Oily stool
• Unable to control bowel movements
Very rarely, it causes severe complications.
• Liver injury
• Kidney stones
• Renal injury
• Gallbladder stones
• Severe allergy
Symptoms that need medical intervention -
• Severe pain in the stomach
• Pain in the lower back/groin
• Blood in the urine
• Hives/skin rashes
• Trouble breathing
• Swelling of the face, lips
Precautions to be followed with the use of Orlistat:
1. Orlistat reduces the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
The daily multivitamins must be taken at least 2 hours apart from Orlistat.
2. Do not take Orlistat without meals.
3. Avoid taking large amounts of fatty meals; always balance the diet.
4. Use physical contraception methods in conditions of severe diarrhea. The absorption of oral contraceptives is usually impaired in diarrhea.
What are the warnings regarding the use of Orlistat?
Do not take the Orlistat medicine without a meal.
It is contraindicated in the following conditions-
• Allergy to the drug
• Malabsorption /cholestasis
• Impaired kidney functions
• Pregnancy /breastfeeding
What are the drugs that may be affected by Orlistat?
Orlistat reduces the absorption of certain drugs.
• Levothyroxine
• Cyclosporine
• Oral contraceptives
• Blood thinners
• Antiepileptic drugs
• HIV antiretroviral
• Heart medications
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe if I use Orlistat during pregnancy?
Weight loss during pregnancy is always avoided.
It may harm the fetus.
How long can it be used?
It is usually taken for 3 months if it shows effective results.
It can be taken beyond 3 months, up to 2 years, as prescribed by the doctor.
Can I eat heavy fatty meals?
The meal must not comprise more than 30 percent fat.
How to take Orlistat?
It is taken with the main meal.
It is used before /after the meal.
Avoid taking the dose without meals.
Can one use it with a ketogenic or high-fat diet?
It is incompatible with ketogenic or high-fat meals.
Which is the pharmaceutical manufacturer in India?
Aprazer Healthcare is a global manufacturer /exporter.