Orlistat – 84 Capsules

Description

What is Orlistat?

Orlistat is a weight loss medicine that helps you lose weight more easily and effectively. It works much faster than dieting and exercising alone. It belongs to the class of drugs known as lipase inhibitors, which means that it helps to reduce the absorption of fat in the body, which aids in weight loss.

Mechanism Of Action

Orlistat binds to the enzymes that are responsible for breaking the fats into free fatty acids and monoglycerides. This way, fats from the food remain undigested and are excreted from the body.

How does Orlistat work?

Orlistat is a weight loss medicine that works by controlling the absorption of fat in the body. It stops about 25% of fat from getting absorbed by the body, and it is passed out of the body through bowel movement. This way, few calories are being absorbed by the body, thus aiding in weight loss.

How to use Orlistat

The general dose of the Orlistat is:

• One 120 mg capsule, three times a day
• The best time to take orlistat is before, during, or up to one hour after taking a meal that contains fat.
• It is necessary to use Orlistat correctly to optimize results.
• Do not take Orlistat if your meal is not fatty or doesn’t contain any fat, as it will not work. Orlistat only works when your meal contains fat.
• Do not take more than 3 capsules a day
• In order for Orlistat to work properly and to gain maximum benefit out of it, it is necessary to take a low-calorie diet with the medicine.
• Also include plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole wheat, and water in your diet.
• Do not use Orlistat for more than 6 months until you are prescribed by your physician.

Benefits of using Orlistat

Orlistat has many advantages when taken according to the recommended dose. Some of the benefits include:

●     It has proven Weight Loss Results – studies show that people who use Orlistat along with a balanced and healthy diet and physical activity tend to lose more weight than people who rely on exercise and a healthy diet only. Some people also got visible results within a few weeks of using Orlistat.

●     It Prevents Weight Regain – Studies show that Orlistat prevents weight gain if healthy habits and diet are continued along with physical activity.

●     Improves overall health – Other than aiding weight loss, Orlistat also has some other health benefits, for example:

1. It lowers blood pressure
2. It improves the level of cholesterol
3. It promotes heart health
4. It reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes

Who can use Orlistat?

Orlistat is suitable for people who are above 18 years of age and who have:

1. A Body Mass Index(BMI) of 30 and higher
2. A Body mass Index (BMI) of 28 or higher, as well as having certain health issues like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes

Who should avoid Orlistat?

You should not take orlistat:

• • If you are allergic to orlistat or any other ingredients present in the formulation
  • If you have cholestasis
  • If you have difficulty in absorbing food.
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not use until advised by your physician

Useful Tips for Better Results

To gain the maximum benefits while using Orlistat, certain tips should be followed:

• You should drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration
• Try to plan your meals at regular intervals and control fat intake
• Moreover, stay active and engage yourself in physical activities like walking, running, and swimming
• Orlistat reduces the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. These are vitamin A, D, E, and K. Therefore, it is highly recommended to take a multivitamin at least 2 hours before or after taking Orlistat.
• It is recommended to always check on your calorie intake and fat content of your meals