Orlis 120mg capsule

Product Information

Product Name

Orlis 120mg capsule

Product Description

Brand

Ferozsons

Prescription

Required

Uses

Obesity, Antiobesity Preparations

Composition

Orlis 120mg 120mg capsule is composed of Orlistat (120mg)

Contains

5 capsule(s)/Strip

Pack Size

6x5's capsule

Introduction

Orlis capsule is a lipase inhibitor used for the treatment of obesity. It is a specific non-obesity medicine that works on gastrointestinal lipases required for the digestion of fats in food. It is a very effective medicine along with lifestyle modification to reduce obesity.

Key Features

Composition: Orlis contains Orlistat in capsule form

It is an anti-obesity medicine

It belongs to the class of lipase inhibitors

It reduces obesity with proper lifestyle modification

It is used by patients with other health conditions secondary to obesity

Uses

Orlis capsule is used together with dietary modification (low-calorie diet) to manage obesity (BMI: 30 or more)

It is also used in obese patients with associated factors such as hypertension, diabetes, and dyslipidemia).

Side Effects

Patients using this medicine may experience:

Fat in stool

Abdominal pain

Flatulence

Diarrhea

Soft stools.

How To Use

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water

Take it with or without food

Take it regularly at a fixed time

Swallow it whole, do not crush the capsule

Dose:

Use it exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually three times daily.

Why Choose

Orlistat is a

lipase inhibitor, it works by inhibiting the digestion of fats in food by blocking the enzymes responsible for breakdown of this fat

Orlis decreases the cravings for food

Orlis is used in combination with lifestyle modification such as dietary changes and regular exercise

Orlis is used by patients with health conditions secondary to obesity.

Orlis enhances your quality of life with a manageable weight.

Effective For

Overweight patients with BMI of 30 or more

Overweight patients with BMI of 27 or more with associated risk factors such as diabetes, hypertension, and dyslipidemia.

Benefits For

Helps in managing obesity with lifestyle modifications

Prevents the complications of obesity

Decreases cravings resulting in reduced food intake

Enhances your quality of life

Boosts your confidence and self-esteem.

Storage

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Disposal

Do not flush or pour the medicine in a drainage unless said otherwise by the doctor. Ask doctor for proper and safe discard of the medicine.

FAQs

Do I need to restrict my diet when using this medicine?

Yes, Orlis does not block the absorption of calories, so you still need to maintain a strict diet when using this medicine.

Will this medicine interfere with contraceptive pills?

Yes, this medicine may interfere with contraceptive pills. Use other methods of contraception when using this medicine.

How long can I use this medicine?

You can use this medicine for 6 months. Inform your doctor if you see no weight loss in 12 weeks.

How long will this medicine take to work?

This medicine starts working with 24-48 hours. You may notice weight loss within 2 weeks of taking this medicine.

Which medicines might interfere with Orlis?

Cyclosporine

Fat soluble vitamins

Oral anticoagulants

Amidarone

Instructions

Use this medicine exactly as instructed by your doctor

Take it regularly at a fixed time

Swallow it whole, do not crush the capsule

Avoid taking Orlis with high-fat meals

Do not alter your dose

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water

Take it with or without food

Inform your doctor if you notice no changes in your weight.

Warnings

Pregnancy

Orlis is not recommend in pregnant females. It may result in fatal outcomes for the unborn

Lactation

The effect of this medicine is undetermined in nursing females. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Driving

This medicine doesn’t usually affect your driving ability.

Liver

This medicine is probably safe to use in patients with liver diseases. However, do not use this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Kidney

This medicine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney diseases. However, there are reports of kidney stones in patients using this medicine.

Alcohol

Limit alcohol consumption when using this medicine.

Precautions

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor about your complete medical history, especially of: Malabsorption syndrome, cholestasis, hypothyroidism, renal/kidney stones, seizure, and HIV.