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Orlimac is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Obesity.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Orlimac. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Orlimac have been listed ahead. These side effects of Orlimac 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.
It is also important to note that Orlimac has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Orlimac related warnings talks about Orlimac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Orlimac contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Orlimac have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Orlimac is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Orlimac 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 Orlimac safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Orlimac. If you are pregnant, do not take Orlimac without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Orlimac safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Orlimac. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Orlimac on the Kidneys?
Orlimac is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Orlimac on the Liver?
Orlimac is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Orlimac on the Heart?
Orlimac is completely safe for the heart.
Orlimac 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 Orlimac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orlimac habit forming or addictive?
Orlimac is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Orlimac does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Orlimac is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Orlimac is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Orlimac
Taking Orlimac with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orlimac
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Orlimac.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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