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Obitrol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Obesity.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Obitrol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Obitrol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Obitrol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Obitrol is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Obitrol related warnings talks about Obitrol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Obitrol contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Obitrol with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Obitrol, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Obitrol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Obitrol safe for pregnant women?
Obitrol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Obitrol safe during breastfeeding?
Obitrol may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Obitrol on the Kidneys?
Using Obitrol does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Obitrol on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Obitrol on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Obitrol on the Heart?
You can take Obitrol without any fear of damage to the heart.
Obitrol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Obitrol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Obitrol habit forming or addictive?
Obitrol does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Obitrol since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Obitrol is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Obitrol for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Obitrol
Taking Obitrol with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Obitrol
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Obitrol.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xenical (orlistat)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 92-93
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 139
