Manufacturer: Eris Lifesciences Ltd
Salt Composition : Orlistat(120mg)
Orlean 120 Capsule should be taken along with food in the dose and duration as per prescription. It must be swallowed as a whole. It works best when it is used along with regular physical activity and a healthy diet. It should not be taken for a long term unless your doctor tells you to do so. For better efficacy of the medicine, fat-rich foods should be avoided along with the medicine.
Some of the common side effects of Orlean 120 Capsule include the presence of fat in the stool, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If any of the side effects bother you, tell your doctor without delay.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women must take this medicine only with a valid prescription. Inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications. This medicine should not be considered as a long-term treatment unless you are prescribed by your doctor.
Orlistat acts by reversibly inhibiting gastric and pancreatic lipases. The inactivation of lipases prevents the hydrolysis of triglycerides, and thus free fatty acids are not absorbed. This activity reviews the indications, actions, and contraindications of orlistat as a valuable agent in the treatment of obesity.
Pharmacokinetics: Absorption: Systemic exposure to orlistat is minimal. Following oral dosing with 360 mg 14C-orlistat, plasma radioactivity peaked at approximately 8 hours; plasma concentrations of intact orlistat were near the limits of detection (<5 ng/mL).
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Orlean
Fat in stool
Bowel incontinence
Flatus with discharge
Oily spotting
Increased urge to pass bowels
Oily evacuation
Increased bowel movements
Hypersensitivity to orlistat or its constituents.
Chronic malabsorption.
Cholestasis.
Anorexia and bulimia.
Pregnancy.
Severe renal impairment.
Use with caution in patients with anorexia or bulimia nervosa.
Orlean 120 Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Consuming alcohol with Orlean 120 Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
Orlean 120 Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Patients with obesity with a body mass index (BMI) of over 30 kg/m.
Patients with a BMI greater than 27 kg/m and the presence of risk factors including hypertension, diabetes, and dyslipidemias.
Reduction of the risk for weight regains after prior weight loss.
Orlistat interferes with the absorption of many drugs (such as warfarin, amiodarone, ciclosporin and thyroxine as well as fat-soluble vitamins), affecting their bioavailability and effectiveness.
Orlean 120 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Orlean 120 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Orlean 120 Capsule is used to aid weight loss in obese individuals.
It should be used along with regular physical activity and a healthy diet.
Take it during or up to 1 hour after each meal.
Skip your dose if you miss a meal or if your meal contains no fat.
A multivitamin supplement containing vitamins A, D, and K is recommended when taking Orlean 120 Capsule.
It should not be taken for longer than six months. If you have been unable to lose weight after 12 weeks of taking this medicine, you should stop taking it and consult your doctor.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Orlean 120 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Orlean 120 Capsule with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.
Q. How long can you stay on Orlean 120 Capsule?
It is not advised to take Orlean 120 Capsule for more than 6 months. Consult your doctor and stop the medication if you do not experience any weight reduction 12 weeks after starting your treatment with Orlean 120 Capsule.
Q. Who should not take Orlean 120 Capsule?
You should not take Orlean 120 Capsule if you are allergic to it, have difficulty absorbing food (chronic malabsorption syndrome), and have cholestasis (a condition where the flow of bile from the liver is blocked). Refrain from using Orlean 120 Capsule if you are taking cyclosporine medicine or blood thinners like warfarin. Along with that, avoid Orlean 120 Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Q. What kind of diet should I follow while on Orlean 120 Capsule?
You should stick to low-calorie low-fat diet while taking Orlean 120 Capsule. Having a high-fat meal with Orlean 120 Capsule might increase the chances of developing unpleasant side effects. Try to eat more vegetables and fruits, have small portions, eat regularly, and do not skip any meals.
Q. Can you drink alcohol on Orlean 120 Capsule?
Though alcohol does not interfere with the working of Orlean 120 Capsule, it is recommended that you cut on or avoid alcohol. Alcohol contains calories which will add to your weight. Hence, for effective weight reduction it is best to avoid alcohol.
