280EGP
- Active ingredient
- orlistat
- Strength
- 120 mg
- Form
- tablet
- Manufacturer
- f.hoffman la roche > egyptian pharmaceutical trading company
- Route
- oral.solid
Uses
Used with a reduced-calorie diet for weight loss, weight maintenance, and reduction of weight regain in obesity.
Do not use if
Contraindicated in chronic malabsorption syndrome, cholestasis, pregnancy, and hypersensitivity.
Side effects
Oily stools, fecal urgency, flatulence with discharge, increased bowel movements, and abdominal discomfort may occur.
Warnings
May reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. Rare severe liver injury has been reported.
How it works
Inhibits gastric and pancreatic lipases, reducing absorption of dietary fat.
Storage
Store at 15–30°C in a tightly closed container.