Orlistat HEXAL 60 mg hard capsules, 3x84 pcs

Information about Orlistat HEXAL® 60 mg hard capsules

Orlistat HEXAL® 60 mg hard capsules contain the active ingredient orlistat and are a medication to support weight loss in overweight adults aged 18 and over with a body mass index (BMI) of 28 or above.It should be used in conjunction with a low-fat and low-calorie diet.No prescription is required for this product.

Area of application

Orlistat HEXAL® 60 mg hard capsules help you lose weight by reducing fat absorption in the body.This helps you lose up to 50% more weight compared to a diet alone.The active ingredient orlistat is the only one that is recommended for accompanying drug therapy in obesity.The product is suitable for overweight people aged 18 and over with an BMI of at least 28.

Mode of action

Orlistat HEXAL® 60 mg acts as a fat blocker and inhibits fat absorption in the gastrointestinal tract.It blocks the enzymes that break down fat, so about 25% of the fat in food is not absorbed by the body.This undigested fat is naturally excreted, resulting in weight loss in the long term.In addition, blood fat and cholesterol levels as well as blood pressure are positively influenced.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

Orlistat HEXAL® 60 mg hard capsules contain the active ingredient orlistat.One film-coated tablet contains 60 mg orlistat.The other ingredients include microcrystalline cellulose, carboxymethyl starch sodium (type A) (Ph.Eur.), colloidal silicon dioxide, sodium dodecyl sulfate, gelatin, titanium dioxide (E 171) and indigo carmine (E 132).

Contraindications

Orlistat HEXAL® 60 mg hard capsules must not be used if you are allergic to orlistat or any of the other ingredients of the medicine.It is also not suitable for use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, taking ciclosporin or warfarin, as well as in adolescents under 18 years of age and in chronic malabsorption syndrome or cholestasis.

Dosage

Adolescents aged 18 and over and adults can take one capsule of Orlistat HEXAL® 60 mg whole three times a day with meals.These should be low in calories and fat, but must contain some fat for the medication to work.It can be taken up to one hour after a meal.No more than three capsules should be taken per day.

Intake

Take Orlistat HEXAL® 60 mg hard capsules with meals.Typically this means one capsule each for breakfast, lunch and dinner.Make sure that these three meals are balanced and reduced in calories and fat.The product can be taken immediately before, during or up to one hour after a meal.The capsule should be swallowed with water.

Patient information

Orlistat HEXAL® 60 mg hard capsules are suitable for people aged 18 and over with an BMI of at least 28.The product should be used in conjunction with a low-fat and low-calorie diet.Particular caution is required if you have diabetes or kidney disease.Use may cause kidney stones in patients with chronic kidney disease.No effects on the ability to drive or use machines were observed.

Pregnancy

Orlistat HEXAL® 60 mg hard capsules must not be taken if you think you may be pregnant, are pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Notes

Orlistat HEXAL® 60 mg hard capsules are suitable for people aged 18 and over with an BMI of at least 28.This product should not be taken for longer than 6 months.Keep out of the reach of children.The active ingredient orlistat.Area of application: Serves for weight loss and is used in overweight adults aged 18 and over with a body mass index (BMI) of 28 or above.Should be used in conjunction with a low-fat and low-calorie diet.Warning: Contains sodium.

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