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Xenical (Orlistat)
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Xenical
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Xenical |
| Generic Name | Orlistat |
| Purpose | Weight loss in obese or overweight individuals |
| Mechanism of Action | Inhibits gastric and pancreatic lipases, reducing the absorption of dietary fats |
| Dosage Forms | Oral capsules |
| Available Strengths | 120 mg |
| Dosage Frequency | Three times daily with meals containing fat |
| Common Side Effects | Oily stools, flatulence, fecal urgency, oily spotting, increased defecation |
| Serious Side Effects | Liver injury, kidney problems, pancreatitis |
| Drug Interactions | Warfarin, cyclosporine, levothyroxine, amiodarone |
| Important Notes | Take with meals containing fat; space doses of orlistat and cyclosporine by at least 3 hours; take a multivitamin daily. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light |
| Missed Dose | If a meal is missed or contains no fat, the dose of orlistat should be skipped. |
| Alternatives | Alli (orlistat 60mg), Contrave (naltrexone/bupropion), Saxenda (liraglutide) |
Xenical Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Alli (orlistat 60mg) | Inhibits gastric and pancreatic lipases, reducing the absorption of dietary fats | Over-the-counter version of orlistat; lower strength. |
| Contrave (naltrexone/bupropion) | Combines opioid antagonist and antidepressant; affects appetite and cravings | Requires a prescription; affects the central nervous system. |
| Saxenda (liraglutide) | GLP-1 receptor agonist; increases insulin release and decreases appetite | Injectable medication; also used for diabetes management. |
Xenical Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
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| Oily stools | Liver injury (jaundice, dark urine, abdominal pain) |
| Flatulence | Kidney problems |
| Fecal urgency | Pancreatitis (severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting) |
| Oily spotting | Gallbladder problems |
Xenical Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| Weight Loss | 120 mg | 120 mg three times daily | Take with meals containing fat; if a meal is missed or contains no fat, skip the dose. |
Xenical Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
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| With Insurance | $20 – $100 (varies by plan/weight-loss drug tier) |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $622.48 |
| From CPS | $62.37 |
