Additional information
| Dosage Form | Capsules |
|---|---|
| Specialities | Diabetologist, Physician |
| Therapeutic Segment | Anti-Obesity |
Orlistat 120 mg Capsules are a weight management medication used as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and exercise for obesity treatment. It helps reduce fat absorption from the diet, supporting weight loss and maintenance.
- Reduces body weight and helps maintain a healthy weight
- Lowers risk of obesity-related complications like diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol
- Works as an adjunct to diet and exercise
- Supports improved metabolic health
- Convenient once-daily dosing
- Take 1 capsule with each main meal containing fat or within 1 hour after the meal.
- Swallow the capsule whole with water.
- Skip the dose if a meal is missed or contains no fat.
- Continue dietary and exercise regimen alongside medication for best results.
Orlistat is a potent and selective inhibitor of various lipase enzymes responsible for the metabolism of fat. It acts in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract via covalent binding to the serine residues located on the active site of both gastric and pancreatic lipase. When orlistat is taken with food containing fat, it partially inhibits the hydrolysis of triglycerides. This decreases absorption of monoaclglycerides and free fatty acids, contributing to weight maintenance and weight loss.
As directed by physician
