Side Effect Of Orlistat- 21 Questions Answered

Can i take orlistat tablets for weight loss?i am on hypothyroidism and antidepressants also.my weight is increasing.i read on google that i can take orlistat with thyrox tablets.what will i do?

Asked for Female, 31 Years 526 Views v

Dr. Arun GeorgeConsultant Physician | Bangalore

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No you cannot take any tablets without consulting any doctor. It is dangerous for your health and you will be solely responsible. Consult a doctor and get you evaluvated. Uncontrolled hypothyroidism c ... Read More

I m taking orlistat frm last 20 days to reduce my weight nd following a diet chart nd regular walk ...i want to know is orlistat is safe drug ...are there any sideeffects of d drug

Asked for Female, 36 Years 684 Views v

Ms. Durga KumariDietitian/Nutritionist | Bangalore

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Hi, Don't take any drugs to reduce weight. Consume fresh vegetables, fruits, salads,sprouts,etc. Go for exercise, walking, swimming, cycling,etc. For diet chart and counselling ,consult me. Thanks ... Read More

Is orlistat advisable to take if I had undergone cholecystectomy? Please advise as I had gained a LOT of weight.

Asked for Female, 31 Years 839 Views v

Dr. Ruchita ChandraHomoeopath | Mumbai

Orlistat itself having lots of side effects. With cholecystectomy you shd hv to take care of food intake other wise gases acidity constipation bloating all will be there so weight gain too. ... Read More

I have been taking orlistat for a few months. My last period was March 15th and i havent had a period since. I usually have a period every 27/28 days. Did a pregnancy test was negative. I am a lilttle worried.

Asked for Female, 38 Years 834 Views v

Dr. Madhuri Deepak RokadeGYNAECOLOGIST | Pune

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Is it safe to take orslim(orlistat) tablets for weightloss? My doctor has prescribed me but I am scared because I read really bad side effects on internet.

Asked for Female, 22 Years 323 Views v

Ms. Anju GulatiDietitian/Nutritionist | Delhi

Plz don’t take any medicine . Trust any dietitian for this n consult personally for proper guidance and help ... Read More

Can I take orlistat tablet for weight loss if my gallbladder is removed? I am overweight. Gallbladder was removed 10 months back

Asked for Female, 25 Years 838 Views v

Dr. Shweta HegdeGeneral Practitioner | Delhi

Don’t take any medications without consulting the doctor. ... Read More

I've had overthyroid issue since 2011 and taking methimazole 5 mg (3 times per day ) and Uterine fibroids ( 18 mm ) . Doctors said it's too small so they didn't give me any treatments for it . And... Ive gained weight so easily recently ( from 47-56kg ) I've tried different kind of exercises ( yoga , cardio ,HITT ..etc...) , diet meals but it doe

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Asked for Female, 27 Years 127 Views v

Ms. Saba SheikhDietitian/Nutritionist | Delhi

Take high fibre diet n low fat n carbohydrates diet plan and do exercises. Contact me through practo direct consultation for further information ... Read More

I want to take Orlistat for weight loss. I'm 88kgs my height is 5.2inch I am on levothyroxine 50mg and I don't have gall bladder. My blood report are as follows- Serum cholesterol = 228.2mg HDL cholesterol= 41.49mg LDL cholesterol= 168.3mg Triglyceride=206mg VLDL= 41.20 HDL RATIO= 5.50:1 URIC ACID=6.49 T3=1.60 T4=91.37 TSH=5.24 I exercise daily.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 264 Views v

Ms. Fatima RadhanpurwalaDietitian/Nutritionist | Navi Mumbai

Hi dear, it's good you are concern for your health. But taking orlistat will also give you unwanted side effects like malabsorption. It may lead to malnutrition of micro nutrients which are fats solu ... Read More

In thyroid disorder and PCOS, can I take orlistat capsules for weight loss? I have tried everything, rigorous workout, diet but unable to loose weight.

Asked for Female, 34 Years 192 Views v

Dr. Apsia RuhiEndocrinologist | Hyderabad

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Orlistat is effective only if ur food is a fatty meal. It is less effective if diet has high carb ... Read More

I have gained a lot of weight in three years since I was diagnosed with thyroid. Can I start using Orlistat lipocut 120 MG capsule?

Asked for Female, 31 Years 521 Views v

Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta PawarGeneral Physician | Mumbai

Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

Taking orlistat 120 mg half hour before the lunch . I am 103kgs 5.7 Feet 22 years old . Strong family history of diabetes . Is it safe and will not cause cancer etc in future ???

Asked for Male, 22 Years 183 Views v

Dr. Pratyush Kumar MishraGeneral Physician | Patna

Yes, it's safe. But for weight reduction you need to have comprehensive management including proper diet and exercise. ... Read More

Can I take both durashape and orlistat My weight is 90kgs height 5.5 pls suggest any other medication better than this

Asked for Male, 44 Years 554 Views v

Ms. Saba SheikhDietitian/Nutritionist | Delhi

You have to follow weight loss diet plan Eat less and exercise more Eat in small quantity And there are so many reasons for gaining weight. ... Read More

I am diagnosed with PCOS and I am taking Metformin once a day. Can I take Xenical (Orlistat) while I'm on Metformin?

Asked for Female, 24 Years 223 Views v

Dr. Junamoni BorgohainGynecologist/Obstetrician | Guwahati

yes both drugs can be taken simultaneously ... Read More

I want to loose weight, but I am taking sodium valproate 200mg once twice a day? so I just want to know if I take Alli(Orlistat), Xenical (Orlistat) or even Orlistat.. Just want to know which one of these pills I can take and it won'the affect my medication

Asked for Female, 39 Years 206 Views v

Dr. Neha SuryawanshiDietitian/Nutritionist | Mumbai

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Better to loose by taking high fiber low fat diet. Drink lot of water everyday. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals of 2-3 hrs. Avoid outside food completely. Ask me directly for detai ... Read More

My girlfriend want to lose her weight. She has gone a bit overweight recently and weighs around 80 kgs. She doesn't find time for gymming or she is not able to work out. She heard of a drug called 'Orlistat' which helps in reducing obesity. I'm concerned about the side effects of taking it and is it safe or not of intaking it. Is it advisable to ta

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Asked for Female, 23 Years 183 Views v

Mr. AMARSINH VAGHELA (PT)Physiotherapist | Rajkot

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All the drugs have side effects.. u should not use any drugs for prolonged periods.. She should have warm water with 2 spoons hone and lemon juice bfor 45 mint of breakfast to reduce weight.. its nat ... Read More

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Can i take orlistat tablets for weight loss?i am on hypothyroidism and antidepressants also.my weight is increasing.i read on google that i can take orlistat with thyrox tablets.what will i do?

I m taking orlistat frm last 20 days to reduce my weight nd following a diet chart nd regular walk ...i want to know is orlistat is safe drug ...are there any sideeffects of d drug

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Is orlistat advisable to take if I had undergone cholecystectomy? Please advise as I had gained a LOT of weight.

I have been taking orlistat for a few months. My last period was March 15th and i havent had a period since. I usually have a period every 27/28 days. Did a pregnancy test was negative. I am a lilttle worried.

Is it safe to take orslim(orlistat) tablets for weightloss? My doctor has prescribed me but I am scared because I read really bad side effects on internet.

Can I take orlistat tablet for weight loss if my gallbladder is removed? I am overweight. Gallbladder was removed 10 months back

In thyroid disorder and PCOS, can I take orlistat capsules for weight loss? I have tried everything, rigorous workout, diet but unable to loose weight.

I have gained a lot of weight in three years since I was diagnosed with thyroid. Can I start using Orlistat lipocut 120 MG capsule?

Taking orlistat 120 mg half hour before the lunch . I am 103kgs 5.7 Feet 22 years old . Strong family history of diabetes . Is it safe and will not cause cancer etc in future ???

Can I take both durashape and orlistat My weight is 90kgs height 5.5 pls suggest any other medication better than this

I am diagnosed with PCOS and I am taking Metformin once a day. Can I take Xenical (Orlistat) while I'm on Metformin?

I want to loose weight, but I am taking sodium valproate 200mg once twice a day? so I just want to know if I take Alli(Orlistat), Xenical (Orlistat) or even Orlistat.. Just want to know which one of these pills I can take and it won'the affect my medication

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