Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's Substitute

Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's contains Orlistat that works in the small intestine and stomach and inhibits the action of enzymes that breakdown fat which is absorbed by the body. Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's decreases the absorption of fat from the food you eat. Thus, fat passes through the gut and is excreted in the faeces, which makes the body unable to use fat as a source of energy or convert it into fat tissue. Thereby, Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's helps in weight loss.

You are not recommended to take Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's with ciclosporin (used for organ transplant rejections, severe rheumatoid arthritis) as it may reduce the effectiveness of ciclosporin. However, if you are supposed to take both the medicines, you are advised to take ciclosporin after 3 hours of taking Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's. However, please consult a doctor before taking Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's with any other medicines.

Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's may cause kidney stones in patients suffering from chronic kidney disease. Therefore, if you have any kidney problems, please inform your doctor before taking Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's.

Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's should be used with caution in diabetic patients as it may increase the risk of low blood sugar levels. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's so that the dose of antidiabetic medicine may be adjusted accordingly.

You are recommended to avoid high fat meals that includes butter, meat, dark chocolate, olive oil, nuts and seeds (brazil nuts) with Orlistat 60 mg Capsule 10's as it may increase the risk of adverse effects on stomach or intestines.