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Orlisis, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Obesity.
The correct dosage of Orlisis depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Orlisis side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Orlisis normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Orlisis is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Orlisis has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Orlisis related warnings section.
The section on Orlisis contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Orlisis may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Orlisis is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Orlisis 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 Orlisis safe for pregnant women?
Orlisis has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Orlisis without medical advice.
Is the use of Orlisis safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Orlisis. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Orlisis on the Kidneys?
Using Orlisis does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Orlisis on the Liver?
Orlisis is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Orlisis on the Heart?
Orlisis is not harmful for the heart.
Orlisis 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 Orlisis unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orlisis habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Orlisis is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Orlisis as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Orlisis is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Orlisis cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Orlisis
You can take Orlisis with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orlisis
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Orlisis and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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
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