Orlistat 120mg Tablets

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About Orlistat 120mg

Orlistat is the generic version of Xenical and it is used in the treatment of obesity. The drug is designed for people who are classified as medically obese, meaning they have a body mass index (BMI) of over 30. It can also be used by people with a BMI of over 28 who also have health complaints that are related to weight, such as high blood pressure and diabetes.

The treatment reduces the amount of fat that the body absorbs from food and for the best results, it should be used in conjunction with lifestyle and dietary changes.

Orlistat Summary Information

The information provided in the summary table is for reference only. It is important to consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any weight loss treatment, including Orlistat.

Why choose Orlistat?

For some people, obesity is an everyday struggle and conventional methods of weight loss, like dietary changes and an increase in activity levels, are not enough. By altering the way your body processes fat, Orlistat can help you to keep your weight under control and improve your figure. In turn, this may boost your confidence and raise your overall quality of life. The treatment can also enhance your health by reducing your risk of a range of weight-related medical complaints, including diabetes, stroke and certain cancers.

How effective Is Orlistat?

Clinical trials of Orlistat showed that in just 12 weeks, 67% of the participants had lost 5 % of their body weight through the use of Orlistat alongside healthy eating and increased activity. 62% went on to lose 10% after 12 months.

Usually, within around 24 hours, the body begins excreting excess fat from food through bowel movements, and it is this process which enables users to lose 50% more weight than if they were simply using a balanced lifestyle plan of increased exercise and lower calorie eating alone.

How does Orlistat work?

Orlistat works by acting as a lipase inhibitor, attaching to the enzymes which break down the fat in your food, so the body cannot absorb them. In other words, it reduces the amount of fat that your body keeps within it by up to 30%, passing out, instead, through your stools. By reducing fat intake in this simplified way, it makes it easier to not only lose the weight in the first place but to also maintain the loss once you have reached your target goal. However, to achieve the best possible results, it is important to make lifestyle changes too. These may include eating more healthily, cutting down on alcohol consumption and doing more exercise.

As Orlistat is designed to block fat from being absorbed, it can also make it harder for your body to absorb certain important vitamins. As such, it is important to take a fat-soluble multivitamin at least 2 hours before or after taking an Orlistat tablet each day. This supplement should include vitamin A, D, E, K and beta carotene.

What is the key difference between Orlistat, Xenical and Alli?

Objectively, it seems like Orlistat, Xenical, and Alli are for the same purpose. However, there are slight differences between the three.

First, Orlistat is a weight loss medication. It works by significantly reducing the absorption of fat from the diet. Orlistat is the generic version of Xenical. Xenical is the brand name version of Orlistat. Xenical contains around 120 mg of Orlistat in each capsule, equivalent to the 120 mg capsules of Orlistat. Simply put, Orlistat and Xenical are medically equivalent and interchangeable. The key difference between the two is that Orlistat is relatively cheaper as it is the generic version of the treatment.

On the other hand, Alli is a different brand of medication. Alli also contains the active ingredient Orlistat. However, it differs because it only contains 60 mg of Orlistat in each capsule. It is a low dose of Orlistat used during the initial stages of treatment. Additionally, it is preferred as it can reduce the likelihood of severe side effects.

The lower dose of Orlistat, 60 mg in Alli, is ideal for overweight individuals (BMI 28+). Similarly, the higher dose of Orlistat, 120 mg in Xenical and Orlistat, is meant for obese individuals (BMI 30+).

Alternatives to Orlistat

As mentioned, Orlistat is the most affordable option. However, some patients prefer to use the brand name version of Orlistat, known as Xenical. Xenical functions exactly like Orlistat and even contains the same amount of active ingredients as Orlistat. However, it is more expensive.

If you do not wish to turn to medicinal treatments, you can try healthy diets and exercise plans for weight loss as an alternative.