Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S

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Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is designed and developed to help patients suffering from weight related medical illnesses and obesity,to lose weight.It should be made clear that ingesting Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S alone isn’t the healthiest way to lose weight; patients ought to be counseled to make behavioral changes such as exercising daily and ingesting a low-calorie diet along with undergoing treatment with Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S.Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S may also be used to keep weight off after a significant drop in weight of a patient.

Fat in the human body is absorbed in its smallest entity known as free fatty acids.Enzymes found in the human body such as gastric and pancreatic lipase work by breaking fat (triacylglycerides) into free fatty acids,a form of fat that is easily and freely absorbed by the human intestines.Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S works by blocking gastric and pancreatic lipase from breaking down fat and causing the fat to get excreted in feces (stool),unabsorbed by the intestines. Thereby decreasing the amount of fat absorbed and getting integrated into the body.

Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is to be ingested during meals or after an hour of having food that contains moderate to high amounts of fat.Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is to be ingested with plenty of water and if a meal does not contain much fat,patients should not ingest Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S along with such meals.Dosage or frequency of ingestion is strictly not to be increased without the consent and supervision of a physician.

Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is advised to be used along with daily exercise,behavioral changes and a low-caloric diet.Certain drugs such as multivitamins are inadequately absorbed and therefore patients are asked to ingested their vitamins 2 hours before bedtime.Cyclosporine and levothyroxine are to be ingested either 3 or 4 hours before or after ingesting Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S.Patients usually see significant weight loss after 2 weeks time.

Indications

Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S can be used to treat:

• Obesity
• Other weight related illnesses

How Does Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S Work

Fat in the human body is absorbed in its smallest entity known as free fatty acids.Enzymes found in the human body such as gastric and pancreatic lipase work by breaking fat (triacylglycerides) into free fatty acids,a form of fat that is easily and freely absorbed by the human intestines.Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S works by blocking gastric and pancreatic lipase from breaking down fat and causing the fat to get excreted in feces (stool),unabsorbed by the intestines. Thereby decreasing the amount of fat absorbed and getting integrated into the body.

How To Use Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S 

Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is to be ingested during meals or after an hour of having food that contains moderate to high amounts of fat.Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is to be ingested with plenty of water and if a meal does not contain much fat,patients should not ingest Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S along with such meals.Dosage or frequency of ingestion is strictly not to be increased without the consent and supervision of a physician.

Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is advised to be used along with daily exercise,behavioral changes and a low-caloric diet.Certain drugs such as multivitamins are inadequately absorbed and therefore patients are asked to ingested their vitamins 2 hours before bedtime.Cyclosporine and levothyroxine are to be ingested either 3 or 4 hours before or after ingesting Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S.Patients usually see significant weight loss after 2 weeks time.

Dosage

Adult Dosage 

Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is to be ingested 3 times a day.One tablet/capsule with each meal.

Child Dosage 

Patients under the age of 18 years are not prescribed Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be prescribed to pregnant and breastfeeding women.If you are undergoing treatment with Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S and become pregnant,inform your doctor immediately,the doctor will ask you to stop using Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S:

• Allergies to Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S
• Pregnant or lactating women
• Patients aged 18 years and under 
• Patients suffering from malabsorption syndromes 
• Cholestasis 
• Cholecystectomy 
• Impaired liver function 
• Pancreatic disease 
• Organ transplantation 

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S:

• Fat soluble vitamins 
• Eating disorder 
• Kidney stones 
• Thyroid disease 
• Pancreatitis 

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S:

• HIV treatment drugs 
• Ciclosporin 
• Acarbose 
• Levothyroxine 
• Warfarin 
• Certain drugs used to treat epilepsy 
• Amiodarone 
• Multivitamins 
• Glipizide 
• Metformin 
• Insulin 
• Oral contraceptive pills

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S has certain side effects which include:

• Excessive gas
• Fatty stools
• Smelly stools
• Urgency to use the toilet
• Diarrhea 
• Fatigue 

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt,the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

• Higher incidence of breast cancer
• Higher incidence of colon cancer

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Fatigue- Patients experiencing this adverse effect, are advised to take deep breaths,intake tea or coffee,get a good night’s rest and not to over burden themselves for a few days.
• Diarrhoea –Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re being sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water. If you have diarrhoea, replenish with plenty of water or other fluids.
• Flatulence- Can be eased by consuming smaller,more frequent meals that don’t trigger your flatulence.Getting a minimum of 30 minutes of daily exercise has shown great results in combating flatulence. 

Key Facts About Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S

• Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is prescribed to combat weight related health problems 
• Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is not safe to be prescribed to children aged 18 years and below
• Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S negatively interacts with oral contraceptives,diabetic medications and with multivitamins 
• Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is to be ingested with each meal that contains fat 
• Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is not safe to be prescribed to pregnant and lactating women

FAQS

#1.HOW TO STORE Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S?

Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children,in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#2.WILL Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

No,there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.

#3.CAN I TAKE Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S DURING MY PREGNANCY?

No,Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be ingested during pregnancy.

#4.WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S?

• Excessive gas
• Fatty stools
• Smelly stools
• Urgency to use the toilet
• Diarrhea 
• Fatigue 

#5.WILL Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S AFFECT MY FERTILITY??

No,there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in fertility.

#6.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S ALONG WITH ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES?

Not all oral contraceptives are safe to be taken while undergoing treatment with Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S as certain oral contraceptives (birth control pills) may negatively  interact with Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S.

#7.HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO CONTINUE TAKING THE MEDICATION?

Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is prescribed to be applied for 2-3 weeks or as advised by your doctor.

#8.WHAT IF I FORGET TO TAKE THE Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S?

It is advised that the drug is taken at the same time each day,an alarm can be placed to remind patients to take Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S at the proper time and either along a meal or an hour after having any meal.If patient misses a dose of Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S,they should take it immediately but if the time for the next dose of the drug is near then its beneficial for patients to skip the missed dose and take the tablets as per schedule,doubling of doses has proven to cause severe side effects.

#9.CAN LIFESTYLE CHANGES HELP ME WITH MY CONDITION?

Yes.You can adopt certain healthy lifestyle changes in order to help with weight loss.These include quitting smoking, avoiding alcohol,eating a wholesome diet consisting of fresh vegetables and fruits with the cut down of salt, and incorporating physical activity in your daily routine.

#10.WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S?

In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital straight away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. 

#11.HOW IS Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is to be ingested during meals or after an hour of having food that contains moderate to high amounts of fat.Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S is to be ingested with plenty of water and if a meal does not contain much fat,patients should not ingest Orlis 120mg Capsule 5 ‘S along with such meals.Dosage or frequency of ingestion is strictly not to be increased without the consent and supervision of a physician.