Orlistat
· Trade Name
Xenical
· Generic Name
ORLISTAT
· Drug Class
Metabolic medication
Weight loss medication
· How It Works
Medication inhibits fat absorption
Medication reduces gastric and pancreatic lipases
· Serious Side Effects
abdominal pain
allergic reaction
tissue swelling
· Common Side Effects
abdominal pain
diarrhea
fatty stools
increase bowel movements
loss of control of bowel function
fecal incontinence
gas
nausea
vomiting
rectal pain
back pain
muscle pain
fatigue
dry skin
menstrual irregularities
anxiety
Posted on March 18, 2009
