Drug Uses

Xenical is used in certain cases of obese to help lose weight and maintain weight loss. It works by blocking some of the fat consumed from being adsorbed. Xenical should be used with reduced calorie diet. Weight management effects of this medication last only as long as treatment continues.

How Taken

Xenical is usually taken three times a day with food. Xenical need to be taken exactly as prescribed. This medication need to be taken with meals. Xenical should also be taken with carefully constructed diet.

Warnings/Precautions

if you have a chronic malabsorption syndrome, gallbladder problems, kidney stones, diabetes, anorexia or bulimia or take any other weight-loss medicine you should consult your doctor before starting treatment with Xenical. Due to FDA category of Xenical you should consult your doctor if you are/plan to become pregnant or breast feeding a baby.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose you should resume taking Xenical from next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose, as this won't help you lose weight.

Possible Side Effects

If you experience allergic reaction you should stop taking Xenical and seek emergency medical help. You may experience less serious side effects, such as oily spotting, gas with discharge, an urgent need to go to the bathroom, oily or fatty stools, an oily discharge, an increased number of bowel movements, an inability to control bowel movements, or orange or brown colored oil in your stool. These are normal effects of taking Xenical, and indicate that it is working. These symptoms usually go away as you continue treatment and keep your diet. Occasionally other side effects not mentioned above may also occur. If they are unusual or bothersome you should notify your doctor.

Storage

Xenical need to be stored in a tightly closed container away from the reach of children. This medication should be kept in a dry place at normal room temperature. Expired medication should be thrown away.

Overdose

Overdose symptoms of Xenical are not known, and when suspecting overdose you need to seek emergency medical help

More Information

Xenical may decrease absorption of some vitamins, so you may require to take some multivitamin, especially containing vitamin D, E, K and beta-carotene as an addition to the treatment and diet. The vitamin need to be taken at least two hours before Xenical dose.

Disclaimer

Information presented on this page is for informational purposes only. This information doesn't cover all interactions, precautions or adverse effects of treatment with this medicament. We disclaim all responsibility for any consequences, which may arise while taking this drug without proper consultation with doctor or pharmacist. We give no warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.