Drug Uses
Xenical is used for helping obese people lose weight and maintain weight loss. Xenical works in your intestines, where it blocks some of the fat you eat from being absorbed. This undigested fat is then eliminated in your bowel movements. Xenical should be used together with a reduced calorie diet. The weight management effects of Xenical continue only as long as you are taking it.

How Taken
Xenical comes in a capsule to take in orally. The general dosage is one capsule taken tree times a day with a meal. Do not take more or less of Xenical or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Xenical should be taken with a meal. It is recommended to have a diet consisting of daily intake of fat (30% of total calories), carbohydrates, and protein distributed evenly over 3 main meals.

Warnings/Precautions
You might need a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during your treatment or you may not be able to take Xenical at all if you currently have or have a history of- a chronic malabsorption syndrome, or gallbladder problems, kidney stones, have diabetes, have anorexia or bulimia, take any other weight loss medicine, or take cyclosporine. This drug is in the FDA pregnancy category B. Which means that animal–reproduction studies have not demonstrated a fatal risk but there are no controlled studies in pregnant women, or animal–reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect (other than a decrease in fertility) that was not confirmed in controlled studies in women in the first trimester (and there is no evidence of a risk in later trimesters). It is unknown if Xenical passes into breast milk. Therefore do not take Xenical without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant, likely to become pregnant or breastfeeding.

Missed Dose
If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the Missed Dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Possible Side Effects
Some of the Possible Side Effects are- allergic reaction (shortness of breath, closing of your throat, swelling of your lips/ tongue/ face, or hives), oily spotting, gas with discharge, an urgent need to go to the bathroom, oily or fatty stools, an oily discharge, an increased number of bowel movements, an inability to control bowel movements, orange or brown colored oil in your stool. The bowel changes mentioned above usually occur at the start of the treatment, especially after meals that contain higher amounts of fat than recommended. The symptoms usually lessen or go away completely as you continue treatment. You should keep to your recommended diet of meals containing 30% fat. If you experience an allergic reaction, you should stop taking Xenical and seek medical attention immediately. Contact your doctor if you experience any other side effects.

Storage
Store this medication at room temperature between15–30°C (59–86°F). Keep away from children and excess heat, light and moisture (not in the bathroom).

Overdose
Symptoms of Xenical overdose are not known. However, if overdose is suspected seek medical attention immediately.

More Information
Xenical might lower your body's absorption of some fat–soluble vitamins. To ensure sufficient nutrition, your doctor may recommend taking a multivitamin that contains vitamins D, E, K, and beta–carotene. Vitamin supplement should be taken once a day, at least 2 hours before or after a dose of Xenical. While you are taking Xenical, your meals should contain no more than about 30% of calories from fat. Evenly divide your daily intake of fat, carbohydrates, and protein over three main meals a day. Consult your doctor regarding a healthy eating plan.

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