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Xenical

Xenical

Orlistat

Orlistat capsules for obesity management. It stops some dietary fat from being absorbed in the gut.

All strengths and pack prices
StrengthPackPricePer unit
60mg10 capsules$67.00$6.70
60mg20 capsules$74.00$3.70
60mg30 capsules$89.00$2.97
60mg60 capsules$104.00$1.73
60mg90 capsules$133.00$1.48
60mg120 capsules$177.00$1.48
60mg180 capsules$251.00$1.39
60mg270 capsules$339.00$1.26
60mg360 capsules$383.00$1.06
120mg10 capsules$68.00$6.80
120mg20 capsules$74.00$3.70
120mg30 capsules$93.00$3.10
120mg60 capsules$148.00$2.47
120mg90 capsules$198.00$2.20
120mg120 capsules$247.00$2.06
120mg180 capsules$333.00$1.85
120mg270 capsules$438.00$1.62
120mg360 capsules$493.00$1.37
Active ingredient
Orlistat
Route
Oral use
Form
Capsule
Strengths
60mg · 120mg

This listing uses Xenical as a reference name. A generic equivalent is supplied; its exact brand and manufacturer are confirmed before supply.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Xenical vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Xenical details

Alternative names
orlistat
Therapeutic class
Lipase Inhibitor
Pharmacological class
Anti-Obesity Agent
Contraindications
chronic malabsorption syndrome; cholestasis; pregnancy
Minor side effects
oily stools; flatulence; fecal urgency
Moderate side effects
abdominal pain; decreased fat-soluble vitamin absorption; headache
Serious side effects
severe liver injury, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms
Capsule
Administration route
Oral use
Originator
Roche
Onset time
24–48 hours
Duration
48–72 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C. Keep dry.
Drug interactions
Cyclosporine; Warfarin; Levothyroxine
Age restrictions
Approved for adolescents over twelve years and adults.
Patient summary

Orlistat capsules for obesity management. It stops some dietary fat from being absorbed in the gut.

Mechanism of action

Reversibly inhibits gastric and pancreatic lipases in the gut lumen, blocking the breakdown of dietary triglycerides into absorbable fatty acids.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Highly contraindicated. No therapeutic benefit during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Avoid.

What you will receive

Xenical is used here as a reference originator brand name to identify the medicine. We are not affiliated with the brand owner, and this listing does not offer the originator product.

  • The supplied product is a generic equivalent containing Orlistat, not the originator brand shown as the reference.
  • The exact generic brand, manufacturer and dispatch location are confirmed based on the product, destination and available manufacturer or partner warehouse.
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