Xenical is an oral weight loss prescription. This diet pill is prescribed for a short duration, usually 8 - 12 weeks to fight the problem related to obesity. Xenical is also referred to as Orlistat. This medicine is used in conjunction with a balanced diet and proper exercise. Xenical works by decreasing your body's absorption of some fat - soluble vitamins. It blocks some of the fat eaten from being absorbed by the body. Xenical is also prescribed for some other health problems other than obesity.

Usage Directions of Xenical:

• Take Xenical as it has been directed by your doctor.
• Each dose of Xenical should be taken with a full glass of water.
• Xenical can be taken during meals or even after.

Side effects of Xenical are more common during the first year of treatment.

More common side effects may include:

• Arthritis
• Abdominal discomfort
• Anxiety
• Back pain
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Earache
• Fatigue
• Fatty
• Fecal urgency
• Flu
• Gas with fecal discharge
• Headache
• Menstrual problems
• Muscle pain
• Nausea
• Oily discharge
• Rectal discomfort
• Respiratory tract infections and Urinary tract infections
• Skin rash
• Sleep problems and Tooth problems
• Vomiting

Less common side effects of xenical may include:
Dry skin, Ear, Nose, Throat problems, and joint disorders. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. Side effects such as diarrhea and abdominal pain may be worse if you continue eating a high fat diet or even take a high-fat meal. Limit your fat intake.

Precautions

• Dosage : Do not exceed the recommended dose or take this medicine for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor. Exceeding the recommended dose or taking this medicine for longer than prescribed may cause serious Side Effects.
• Driving and Hazardous work : Xenical may cause dizziness or make you less alert than normal. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Xenical
• Alcohol : Alcohol may increase unwanted side effects of dizziness, therefore, it is advisable to limit alcohol use while taking Xenical (or other appetite suppressants).
• Medical conditions : Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies, digestive disorders (malabsorption or cholestasis), low thyroid function (hypothyroidism), other metabolism problems (e.g., oxalate kidney stones, hyperoxaluria).
• Breast Feeding - Use of Xenical (or other appetite suppressants) while breast-feeding is NOT recommended; it may pass into breast milk, causing unwanted effects in nursing babies. Please consult your doctor for advice.
• Diet : This medicine can cause changes in your bowel habits, such as fatty or oily stools, due to the elimination of undigested fat in your stool. Xenical reduces the absorption of supplements of some fat soluble nutrients, particularly beta-carotene and vitamin E. You should therefore follow your doctor's advice in taking a well balanced diet rich in fruit and vegetables.
• Diabetics : If you are diabetic, Xenical may affect your blood sugar control. See your doctor regularly for monitoring and treatment adjustments.

Notes
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.