Orlos Capsules Pack of 84

Orlistat 60mg, the active ingredient in Orlos Capsules Pack of 84, targets fat within your digestive system. It works by blocking specific enzymes that break down dietary fat, preventing approximately a quarter of the fat you consume from being absorbed by your body. Instead, this unabsorbed fat passes naturally out of your system, which can lead to changes in bowel movements. Adhering to a reduced-calorie, lower-fat meal plan is crucial for managing these effects and maximising your weight loss.

This effective weight management aid is suitable for adults with a BMI of 28 or more and is intended to enhance weight loss efforts when combined with dietary changes and regular physical activity. Orlistat has been shown to help you lose more weight compared to dieting alone, typically aiming for a gradual, steady loss of about 0.5 kg (1 lb) per week. For comprehensive weight management, it’s important to adopt a healthy lifestyle that includes a balanced diet and regular exercise.

Understanding Orlistat 60mg for Weight Management

Orlistat 60mg works locally in the gut, meaning it doesn't affect your brain or appetite directly. This targeted action makes it a suitable option for many individuals looking for support with weight management. Remember, long-term success comes from sustainable lifestyle changes, and Orlos is designed to be a supportive aid in this journey. If you have diabetes, please consult your doctor as your anti-diabetic medicine may need adjustment.

The Importance of a Balanced Diet

While taking Orlos Capsules Pack of 84, it's essential to maintain a balanced diet, distributing your fat allowance evenly across your meals. This helps to minimise the diet-related treatment effects and ensures you're still receiving necessary nutrients. Consider exploring guides like Healthy Eating Diet 101 and Managing Your Weight with Alli or Orlos: A Practical Low-Fat Meal Plan to help set your calorie and fat targets effectively.

Take one capsule whole with water, three times a day with each main meal containing fat.

Do not take more than three capsules a day.

You should take a multivitamin (containing vitamins A, D, E and K) once a day, at bedtime.

You should not take Orlos for more than six months.

Do not take Orlos Capsules Pack of 84:

• If you are under 18 years old
• If you are pregnant or breast-feeding
• If you are taking Ciclosporin (used after organ transplants, for severe rheumatoid arthritis and some severe skin conditions)
• If you are taking Warfarin or any other medicines used to thin the blood
• If you are allergic to Orlistat or any of the ingredients (listed in section 6 of the PIL)
• If you have Cholestasis (a condition where the flow of bile from the liver is blocked)
• If you have problems absorbing food (Chronic Malabsorption Syndrome) diagnosed by a doctor

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Orlos Capsules Pack of 84:

• If you have diabetes. Your doctor may need to adjust your anti-diabetic medicine.
• If you have kidney disease. The use of Orlos may be associated with kidney stones in patients suffering from chronic kidney disease.
• If you are taking Amiodarone for heart rhythm problems
• If you are taking Acarbose (an anti-diabetic drug used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus). Orlos is not recommended for people taking acarbose.
• If you are taking a thyroid medicine (Levothyroxine) as it may be necessary to adjust your dose and take your medicines at different times of the day.
• If you are taking a medicine for epilepsy as any changes in the frequency and severity of your convulsions should be discussed with your doctor.
• If you are taking medicines for HIV
• If you are taking medicines for depression, psychiatric disorders or anxiousness
• If you are taking a medicine for high blood pressure
• If you are taking a medicine for high cholesterol

Active ingredient: Orlistat 60mg.

Also contains: Capsule filling: Microcrystalline Cellulose (E460), Sodium Starch Glycolate (Type A), Silica Colloidal Anhydrous, Sodium Laurilsulfate, Capsule Shell: Gelatin, Titanium Dioxide (E171), Indigo Carmine (E132).

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