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Xenical Brand names, Xenical Analogs

Xenical Brand Names Mixture

  • No information avaliable

Xenical Chemical_Formula

C29H53NO5

Xenical RX_link

http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/orlistat.htm

Xenical fda sheet

Xenical FDA

Xenical msds (material safety sheet)

Xenical MSDS

Xenical Synthesis Reference

No information avaliable

Xenical Molecular Weight

495.735 g/mol

Xenical Melting Point

No information avaliable

Xenical H2O Solubility

Practically insoluble

Xenical State

Solid

Xenical LogP

8.533

Xenical Dosage Forms

Capsule (120 mg)

Xenical Indication

For obesity management including weight loss and weight maintenance when used in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet. Also used to reduce the risk for weight regain after prior weight loss.

Xenical Pharmacology

Orlistat is a lipase inhibitor for obesity management that acts by

Xenical Absorption

Systemic absorption of orlistat is minimal, however systemic absorption of the drug is not needed for activity.

Xenical side effects and Toxicity

The results of a massive overdose of Xenical are unknown, although the drug seems relatively harmless.

Xenical Patient Information

Patients should read the Patient Information before starting treatment with XENICAL and each time their prescription is renewed.


What is Xenical used for?

Xenical is used to help obese people who fit certain weight and height requirements lose weight and maintain weight loss. Xenical works in your intestines, where it blocks some of the fat you eat from being absorbed. This undigested fat is then eliminated in your bowel movements. Use Xenical together with a reduced-calorie diet. The weight management effects of Xenical continue only as long as you are taking it.

Who should not take Xenical?

You cannot take Xenical if you:

  • have problems absorbing food
  • have gallbladder problems
  • are pregnant, or breast-feeding a child

People with certain kidney problems may not be able to take Xenical.

General Precautions with Xenical:

  • Your daily intake of fat should be evenly divided over 3 main meals.
  • Xenical can decrease the absorption some fat-soluble vitamins and beta-carotene. Therefore when being treated with Xenical, take a multivitamin supplement that contains vitamins D, E, K, and beta-carotene. Take your multivitamin once a day at least 2 hours before or after taking Xenical, such as bedtime.
  • Review all medications that you are taking with your health care provider, including those that you take without a prescription. If you are taking cyclosporine you may have to be monitored more closely.
  • If you are diabetic, Xenical may affect your blood sugar control. See your doctor regularly for monitoring and treatment adjustments.

What should I tell my doctor or health care provider?

Tell your health care provider if you are trying to become pregnant, are already pregnant, or are breast-feeding.

What are some possible side effects of Xenical? (This is NOT a complete list of side effects reported with Xenical. Your health care provider can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.)

  • Oily spotting
  • Gas with discharge
  • Urgent need to have a bowel movement
  • Oily or fatty stools
  • Oily discharge
  • Increased number of bowel movements
  • Inability to control bowel movements

For more detailed information about Xenical, ask your health care provider.

Xenical Organisms Affected

Humans and other mammals