What is xenical and what is it for?

What is xenical?

Xenical is a medication used in patientsfor weight control and avoiding the negative effects of obesity.

Its active ingredient isOrlistatortetrahydrolipstatin, a compound that belongs to the class calledlipase inhibitors. The presentation of this pharmaceutical product isxenical 120 mg in hard capsulesand must be purchased under prescription.

Note: Treatment with this medicinemay last two to three monthswith a rest period of one month and then continue. (1)

What is xenical for?

In patients withdyslipidemia and obesity problems, this medicine helps in the following situations:

1. Fat absorption

Tetrahydrolipstatin as the active ingredient of xenical, acts in the digestive tractpreventing some of the fats in food (long-chain triglycerides) from being metabolised by the action of the enzyme lipasefrom the liver and absorbed through the intestine. (2)

This set ofunabsorbed fats pass into the colonand are discarded through the feces.

You should know: Xenical should be administered in doses of one capsulebefore, during, or one hour after each main meal containing fats for its effects to be beneficial.

2. Weight loss and control

With the previous action, a reduction in the absorption of fats is achieved in approximately 30% of the food consumed, avoiding on the one hand the Accumulation of Unhealthy Fatsinside the organism, in addition to avoiding its deposit as adipose tissue under the skin.

To highlight: Studies recommend the use of xenical for a progressive loss of body weight in the long term. (3)

On the other hand, it is recommended that the action of this medicine should be accompanied by a physical exercise plan and a low-calorie diet.

3. Regulation and improvement of diseases associated with obesity

The benefits associated with the consumption of xenical, is in the Prevention of cardiovascular diseases due to the reduction of high cholesterol levels (4) , preventing chronic pathologies such as atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, heart attacks, type 2 diabetes, among others. (5)

Side effects of xenical

The possible adverse effects in the administration of xenical are the following:

• Influenza.
• Hypoglycemia.
• Headache
• Upper respiratory infection.
• Loose stools and oily spots in the rectum.
• Abdominal pain or discomfort among others.

Important: Although these manifestations are not of major concern, consult a medical professional.

Xenical contraindications

Do not use xenical if you have any of the following circumstances:

• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of xenical.
• During the administration of drugs that suppress the immune system.
• If you are taking anticoagulants or medicines for diabetes or blood pressure.
• If you suffer from any type of eating disorder.

Note: Before taking xenical, you should review your medical history with your doctor.

Key Findings

• Xenical is a medicine used for the loss of body weight in patients with obesity.
• Xenical prevents the degradation of long-chain triglycerides, regulating their absorption by up to 30% through the intestines.
• This medicine promotes cardiovascular and circulatory health.
• is recommended