Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S

Description
  • Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is prescribed to patients dealing with obesity 
  • Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S contains a lipase inhibitor (Orlistat)
  • Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested orally (via mouth)
  • Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is safe to be ingested by patients aged 18 years and above
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About

Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S.Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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.Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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.

Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested during meals or after an hour of having food that contains moderate to high amounts of fat.Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested with plenty of water and if a meal does not contain much fat,patients should not ingest Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S along with such meals.Dosage or frequency of ingestion is strictly not to be increased without the consent and supervision of a physician.

Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S.Patients usually see significant weight loss after 2 weeks time.

Indications

Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S can be used to treat:

  • Obesity
  • Other weight related illnesses

How Does Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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.Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S 

Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested during meals or after an hour of having food that contains moderate to high amounts of fat.Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested with plenty of water and if a meal does not contain much fat,patients should not ingest Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S along with such meals.Dosage or frequency of ingestion is strictly not to be increased without the consent and supervision of a physician.

Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S.Patients usually see significant weight loss after 2 weeks time.

Dosage

Adult Dosage 

Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be prescribed to pregnant and breastfeeding women.If you are undergoing treatment with Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S and become pregnant,inform your doctor immediately,the doctor will ask you to stop using Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S:

  • Allergies to Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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,Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S

  • Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is prescribed to combat weight related health problems 
  • Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is not safe to be prescribed to children aged 18 years and below
  • Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S negatively interacts with oral contraceptives,diabetic medications and with multivitamins 
  • Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested with each meal that contains fat 
  • Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is not safe to be prescribed to pregnant and lactating women

FAQS

#1.HOW TO STORE Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S?

Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

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

#3.CAN I TAKE Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S DURING MY PREGNANCY?

No,Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be ingested during pregnancy.

#4.WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S?

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

#5.WILL Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S ALONG WITH ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES?

Not all oral contraceptives are safe to be taken while undergoing treatment with Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S as certain oral contraceptives (birth control pills) may negatively  interact with Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S.

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

Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is prescribed to be applied for 2-3 weeks or as advised by your doctor.

#8.WHAT IF I FORGET TO TAKE THE Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S at the proper time and either along a meal or an hour after having any meal.If patient misses a dose of Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘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 Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested during meals or after an hour of having food that contains moderate to high amounts of fat.Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested with plenty of water and if a meal does not contain much fat,patients should not ingest Orslim 120mg Capsule 10 ‘S along with such meals.Dosage or frequency of ingestion is strictly not to be increased without the consent and supervision of a physician.

Additional information

Type

Capsule

Feature

120mg

Unit

'S

Formula

Orlistat

Composition

Orlistat 120 mg

Brand

PharmEvo

Prescription Required

Yes