About Xenical

Xenical is a medication which blocks certain fats in food intake, thereby preventing the body from absorbing them. This process is done in the intestines, and the undigested fat is eliminated by bowel movement.

Uses or Indications

If used in combination with a low-calorie diet and proper weight maintenance, Xenical is an effective treatment for people with qualified obesity, and consequently prevent risks associated with it, like high cholesterol, diabetes, and high blood pressure.

How to use Xenical

Xenical is commonly available in 60 and 120mg hard-gelatin capsules for oral intake. Take the medication under strict compliance of the prescriptions of a doctor. Xenical is usually taken three times per day, within an hour after each meal, that which contains, at most 30% calories of fat. The total fat content of a daily diet should not exceed 30% of the daily caloric intake. If a meal without fat is taken or is skipped, skip the intake of medication as well. Prior intake of vitamin and mineral supplements may be prescribed by a doctor; take these at least two hours prior to or after the intake of Xenical.

Side effects

Seek immediate medical help if an allergic reaction is experienced. Discontinue use and contact a doctor if a severe stomach pain which spreads to the back, accompanied by a rapid heartbeat, vomiting and nausea, is experienced. Common natural side effects which show that the drug is working as intended include oily spots on the underwear; oily and fatty stool (usually orange or brown in color); gas accompanied by oily discharge; frequent and loose bowel movement; stomach or rectal pain, nausea, and vomiting.

Drug Precautions

Patients who have chronic malabsorption syndrome and gallbladder disorders should not take Xenical. Notify a doctor if the following conditions are possessed: an underactive thyroid; type I and II diabetes; a background of pancreatitis or kidney stones; eating disorders; if weight loss drugs and supplements are currently being taken. Pregnant women should inform a doctor of their conception. Nursing women should do likewise, since Xenical may inhibit thorough absorption of fat-soluble vitamins in the body, particularly vitamin A, D, E, or K. Xenical should not be taken without prescription by individuals between 12 and 18 years.

Drug interactions

The medications which may interact with Xenical include warfarin, cyclosporine, and digoxin. Patients who are using these may be prohibited from taking Xenical, or adjustments in dosage and preliminary tests may be made to ensure safe intake.

Missed Dose

Take a missed dose as soon as necessary, provided that it is within an hour after a meal. Otherwise, skip the dose and take the next one, on the succeeding scheduled intake. If a meal without fat is taken or is skipped, intake of the medication should also be skipped for that particular meal.

Overdose

If an overdose of Xenical is suspected, immediately get medical help. At present, the indications of an overdose are not known.

Storage

Store Xenical within normal room temperatures, and away from excessive heat and moisture.