
MBBS
Xenical Capsule 120 Mg 42’S ^
Orlistat contains Xenical and is now available in Pakistan. The price of Orlistat is Rs.7000 as of 1st January 2025 it can be purchased online from MedicalStore.com.pk. The prices are updated regularly on this page.
Alternate brands of Xenical Capsule 120 Mg 42’S ^
Brand Name | Price | Savings |
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Zenec capsule 120 mg 30’s | ₨ 1,800.00 | You can save 5200 |
Xenical capsule 120 mg 84’s | ₨ 12,000.00 | You will pay -5000 more |
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Trimzak capsule 120 mg 2×5’s | ₨ 467.64 | You can save 6532.36 |
Slimax capsule 120 mg 10’s | ₨ 390.00 | You can save 6610 |
How it works
Xenical Capsule 120 Mg 42’S ^ works by preventing the absorption of fat in the food into the intestine.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Xenical Capsule 120 Mg 42’S ^
- Headache severe
- Vomiting severe
- Unusual tiredness and weakness severe
- Tooth problems severe
- Trouble sleeping severe
- Itching severe
- Yellow colored eyes or skin severe
- Abdominal pain
- abnormal bowel movements
- Menstrual changes
- Rectal pain
Uses of Xenical Capsule 120 Mg 42’S ^
What is it prescribed for?
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Obesity
Xenical Capsule 120 Mg 42’S ^ is used in the treatment of obesity which is a condition with excessive fat in the body.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed in 24 to 48 hours.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 48 to 72 hours.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
When not to use?
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Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Xenical Capsule 120 Mg 42’S ^ .
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Chronic malabsorption syndrome
Not recommended in patients with Chronic malabsorption syndrome
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Cholestasis
Not recommended in patients with known case of cholestasis.
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Gastrointestinal effects
This medicine may increase the gastrointestinal adverse effects if taken with the meal that contains more than 30% total daily calories from fat (more than 67 g of fat).
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Impaired kidney function
This medicine may increase the levels of urinary oxalate in patients and may cause nephrolithiasis and oxalate nephropathy with renal failure. It should be used with caution in patients with the history of kidney impairment. Monitoring of kidney function is necessary.
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Impaired liver function
This medicine may cause severe liver injury and which sometimes need liver transplantation.Monitoring of liver function parameters is necessary. Any symptoms of dark urine, light-colored stools, decreased appetite should be reported to the doctor.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember unless it is more than 1 hour after the high-fat meal. Skip the missed dose If it’s almost time for your next dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Warfarin moderate
- Antidiabetic medicines moderate
- Cyclosporine severe
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severe
Xenical Capsule 120 Mg 42’S ^ may worsen the condition in patients with malabsorption due to the decrease in the absorption of vitamins, minerals, and fats. Therefore not recommended in patients with digestive system disorder and cholestasis.
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moderate
Xenical Capsule 120 Mg 42’S ^ should be used with caution in patients with diabetes due to increase in the risk of low blood glucose levels. The dose of antidiabetic medicines should be reduced based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
Take Xenical Capsule 120 Mg 42’S ^ with the high-fat meal. Do not take this medicine if you skip the meal or if the meal contains no fat. Low-calorie, low-fat diet, and exercise are needed to control weight. Take multivitamins like A, D, E, K at bedtime prevent further complications.
Other details
- To be taken with food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Orlistat [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/orlistat-212-api [cited 7 october 2019]. 15 Jan 2019
- medlineplus.gov - Orlistat [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a601244.html [cited 7 october 2019]. 01 October 2019
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - Orlistat [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=a2d3bd73-f3af-4ea5-a57c-66b0004cfe4f [cited 7 october 2019]. April 19, 2018
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Xenical Capsule 120 Mg 42’S ^. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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