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Description

What is Orlistat?

Orlistat is a weight loss medication belonging to a group called lipase inhibitors. It works alongside a reduced-calorie diet and regular physical activity, helping you achieve results that may be harder to reach through lifestyle changes alone.

How Orlistat Works

Orlistat works in the digestive system by targeting lipase enzymes that normally break down dietary fats. By blocking this process, it prevents around 25% of the fat you eat from being absorbed. Instead, the unabsorbed fat passes through your body and is naturally eliminated.

How to Take Orlistat

The usual recommended dose is one 120mg capsule, three times a day. Take each capsule just before, during, or within one hour after a meal that contains fat.

Only take Orlistat with meals that contain fat
Do not exceed 3 capsules per day
Use alongside a balanced, low-calorie diet
Take a multivitamin (vitamins A, D, E, K) 2 hours before or after Orlistat

Benefits of Orlistat

Supports effective weight loss alongside diet and exercise
Helps prevent weight regain
May improve blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and heart health
May reduce risk of developing type 2 diabetes

Who Can Use Orlistat?

Adults aged 18 and over with a BMI of 30 or higher
BMI of 28 or higher with weight-related health conditions (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or type 2 diabetes)

Side Effects

Digestive side effects are common, particularly with high-fat meals:

Increased oiliness in stools or fatty discharge
More frequent or urgent bowel movements, sometimes with leakage
Softer-than-usual stools
Abdominal discomfort or cramping
Going to the toilet more often than usual

Precautions & Contraindications

Allergic to Orlistat or any of its ingredients
Cholestasis (a condition affecting bile flow)
Problems absorbing food properly
Pregnant or breastfeeding (unless specifically advised by a healthcare professional)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How does Orlistat work?

A: Orlistat works by blocking enzymes that break down fat, causing around 25% of dietary fat to pass through your body undigested instead of being absorbed.

Q: How long does Orlistat take to work?

A: Some people start noticing changes within 1–3 weeks. More noticeable results build over time, with users losing around 5–10% of body weight within 3–6 months when combining with lifestyle changes.

Q: Is Orlistat the same as Alli?

A: Alli is a lower-strength (60mg) branded version. Prescription Orlistat typically contains 120mg. Both work the same way but the dosage differs.

Q: Can I drink alcohol while taking Orlistat?

A: Moderate alcohol consumption is generally allowed, but alcohol contains calories and can slow weight loss progress, so consume in moderation.

Q: Do I need to take vitamins with Orlistat?

A: Yes, it’s recommended to take a daily multivitamin containing fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K at a different time of day.

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