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Weight Loss > Xenical
Xenical
Xenical®
Important
Note
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the
expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare
professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is
safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
Uses
Xenical is most commonly used in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet in
the management of obesity. It may also be used to treat other conditions.
How to Use
Take as directed by your doctor. Xenical is most effective when taken with a
full glass of water with each meal (three times daily). Your daily fat
intake should be divided equally between these three meals so you will
benefit from Xenical's actions. Do not take this medication longer than
directed by your doctor.
Side Effects
Possible side effects of taking Xenical include gas with discharge, an
urgent need to go to the bathroom, an increased number of bowel movements
and an inability to control bowel movements. These bowel changes indicate
that Xenical is working. They usually occur early in treatment, after meals
containing higher amounts of fat than are recommended. These symptoms are
usually temporary and lessen or disappear as you continue treatment and keep
to your recommended diet. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience
any of the following more serious side effects: an allergic reaction
(difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips,
tongue, or face; or hives); an irregular heartbeat or high blood pressure.
Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or concerns
you.
Precautions
Xenical can reduce the absorption of supplements of some fat soluble
nutrients, particularly beta-carotene and vitamin E. Your doctor may
recommend taking a multivitamin that contains vitamins D, E, K, and
beta-carotene. You must follow your doctor's advice in consuming a well
balanced diet rich in fruit and vegetables to maintain proper health.
Consult with your doctor if you think you may be pregnant or are breast
feeding.
Drug Interactions
Talk to your doctor if you are taking any cholesterol lowering medications
such as atorvastatin (Lipitor), cerivastatin (Baycol), fluvastatin (Lescol),
lovastatin (Mevacor) or pravastatin (Pravachol), or if you are taking
cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), or warfarin (Coumadin). Drugs other than
those listed here may also interact with Xenical.
Notes
Do not take more of this medication than has been prescribed for you. Doses
greater than 120 mg three times a day have not been shown to provide any
additional weight-loss benefit. Do not share Xenical with others for whom it
was not prescribed, since they may have a problem that is not effectively
treated by this drug.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine and more than one hour has passed since
your last meal, skip the dose you missed and take only your next regularly
scheduled dose as directed. Do not take a double dose.
Storage
Store this medicine at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away
from heat, moisture, and light. Keep this and all medications out of the
reach of children.
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