Drug Detail:Alli (Orlistat [ or-li-stat ])
Generic Name: ORLISTAT 60mg
Dosage Form: capsule
Drug Class: Peripherally acting antiobesity agents
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- read the enclosed brochure for other important information
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- diet and exercise are the starting points for any weight loss program. Try these first before adding orlistat. Check with your doctor before starting any exercise program.
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- to see if orlistat capsules are right for you, find your height on the chart to the right. You may consider starting a weight loss program with orlistat if your weight is the same or more than the weight shown for your height.
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- for overweight adults 18 years and older:
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- take 1 capsule with each meal containing fat
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- do not take more than 3 capsules daily
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- use with a reduced-calorie, low-fat diet and exercise program until you reach your weight loss goal. Most weight loss occurs in the first 6 months.
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- if you stop taking orlistat, continue with your diet and exercise program
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- if you start to regain weight after you stop taking orlistat, you may need to start taking orlistat again along with your diet and exercise program
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- take a multivitamin once a day, at bedtime, when using orlistat
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