Lipocut 120 Capsule (Orlistat 120mg)

INTRODUCTION

LIPOCUT 120MG contains Orlistat which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-obesity drugs. It is used for weight reduction in adults (18 years and above) who are overweight and have a body mass index (BMI) of 28 or more. Obesity occurs when there is an imbalance between energy consumption and energy expenditure over time, resulting in increased energy storage.

Orlistat works by attaching to the enzymes in the digestive system (lipases) and prevents them from breaking down some of the fat that you’ve consumed during your meal. The fat that is not digested cannot be absorbed and it is removed by your body. Along with this treatment, your doctor might ask you to consume a reduced calorie and low-fat diet.

Before taking LIPOCUT 120MG, inform your doctor if you have cholestasis, malnutrition syndrome, diabetes, or kidney disease. LIPOCUT 120MG is not recommended for use among pregnant or breastfeeding women. LIPOCUT 120MG is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age), therefore consult your doctor before taking it. The most common side effects of taking LIPOCUT 120MG are flatulence, with or without oily spotting, sudden bowel motions, fatty, oily, or soft stools, stomach pain. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen.

USES OF LIPOCUT 120MG

• Used for obesity (weight loss) along with a reduced calorie and lower-fat diet

HOW LIPOCUT 120MG WORKS

LIPOCUT 120MG works by attaching to the enzymes in your digestive system (lipases) and prevents them from breaking down some of the fat that you’ve consumed during your meal. The fat that is not digested cannot be absorbed and it is removed by your body.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take LIPOCUT 120MG as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking LIPOCUT 120MG unless your doctor advises you to stop.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LIPOCUT 120MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Stomach pain:

Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller meals more frequently. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.

Diarrhea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.

Flatulence:

Eat smaller meals more frequently. Eat and drink slowly, and exercise regularly. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.

Headache:

Drink ample amount of water. Get adequate rest. Try to be relaxed and stress free. Ask your doctor before taking any medicine other than LIPOCUT 120MG.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug – Drug interactions:

Before taking LIPOCUT 120MG, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• Ciclosporin (used after organ transplants)
• Medicines used to thin the blood (Ex. warfarin, clopidogrel)
• Oral contraceptives (used to prevent pregnancy) (Ex. ethinyl estradiol, progestin)
• Acarbose (used to treat diabetes)
• Levothyroxine (used to treat hypothyroidism)
• Medicines used to treat epilepsy (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin)
• Medicines used to treat HIV (Ex. abacavir, lamivudine)
• Medicines for depression, psychiatric disorders, or anxiousness (Ex. amitriptyline, phenobarbital, fluoxetine)
• Medicines used to lower blood pressure (Ex. enalapril, atenolol)
• Medicines used to lower cholesterol levels in blood (Ex. atorvastatin, simvastatin)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of LIPOCUT 120MG, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.