Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's

Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's belongs to the class of medication called anti-obesity drugs used to treat obesity and help in weight loss. Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's is to be used along with a low-calorie diet and regular physical exercise. Obesity is a common condition associated with excessive body fat which in turn increases the risk of other health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, certain cancers, and heart disease. Intake of more calories than you burn by exercise or daily activities results in obesity.

Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's contains Orlistat which works in the small intestine and stomach and prevents the action of enzymes that break down fat which is absorbed by the body. Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's decreases the absorption of fat from the food you eat. Thus, fat passes through the gut and is excreted in the feces, which makes the body unable to use fat as a source of energy or convert it into fat tissue. Thereby, Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's helps in weight loss.

Take Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience soft stools, sudden bowel motions, flatulence (gas) with or without oily spotting, oily or fatty stools, stomach pain, stool incontinence (involuntary leakage of stools), and runny or liquid stools. Most of these side effects of Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause fetal harm. It is not known whether Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are a breastfeeding women. Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. You are advised to take a multivitamin containing fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K at bedtime as Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's may reduce the absorption of certain vitamins in the body.

Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's contains Orlistat, an anti-obesity drug used to treat obesity and help in weight loss. Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's works in the small intestine and stomach and prevents the action of enzymes that breakdown fat which is absorbed by the body. Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's decreases the absorption of fat from the food you eat. Thus, fat passes through the gut and is excreted in the faeces, making the body unable to use fat as a source of energy or convert it into fat tissue. Thereby, Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's helps in weight loss and reduces the risk of serious health problems.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Soft stools
• Sudden bowel motions
• Flatulence (gas) with or without oily spotting
• Oily or fatty stools
• Stomach pain
• Stool incontinence (involuntary leakage of stools)
• Runny or liquid stools
• Dark urine

If you are allergic to Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have cholestasis (bile flow from the liver is blocked), chronic malabsorption syndrome, anorexia or bulimia (eating disorder), thyroid disorder, diabetes or kidney or liver problems, please consult a doctor before taking Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's. Avoid taking Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. It is not known whether Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding women. Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Do regular exercise and maintain a low-fat and low-calorie diet along with Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's for effective results. If you get severe diarrhoea, the effectiveness of the oral contraceptive pill may reduce when taken with Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's. In such cases, use extra contraceptive methods to prevent pregnancy. You are advised to take multivitamin containing fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E and K at bedtime as Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's may reduce the absorption of certain vitamins in the body.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's may interact with immunosuppressant (ciclosporin), blood thinner (warfarin), antidiabetic drug (acarbose), thyroid medicine (levothyroxine), medicine for heart rhythm problems (amiodarone), anticonvulsants (lamotrigine), HIV/AIDS drug (atazanavir).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid high-fat meals that include butter, meat, dark chocolate, olive oil, nuts, and seeds (brazil nuts) with Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's as it may increase the risk of adverse effects on the stomach or intestines.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have cholestasis (bile flow from the liver is blocked), chronic malabsorption syndrome, anorexia or bulimia (eating disorder), thyroid disorder, diabetes, or kidney or liver problems, please consult a doctor before taking Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's.

• CICLOSPORIN
• WARFARIN
• ACARBOSE
• LEVOTHYROXINE
• AMIODARONE
• LAMOTRIGINE
• ATAZANAVIR

• Maintain a low-fat diet. Prefer skim milk and fat-free or low-fat dairy products.
• Avoid red meat and include lean meat such as salmon and chicken.
• Eat a healthy diet that includes fruits, vegetables, lean protein and whole grains.
• Avoid fried foods, fast food, instant food, pasta, burger, noodles and cookies.
• Limit your sugar intake as excess sugar is stored as fat in the body.
• Do not skip meals for reducing weight but instead take balanced meals.
• Do regular exercise such as swimming, cycling, walking or dancing for a minimum of 20 to 30 minutes every day.
• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• Certain blood tests are recommended while taking Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's to monitor kidney and liver functioning.
• Regular monitoring of blood sugars is advised as Lipophage 120 Capsule 10's may affect the blood sugar levels.

Obesity: Obesity is a common condition associated with excessive body fat which in turn increases the risk of other health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, certain cancers and heart disease. Intake of more calories than you burn by exercise or daily activities results in obesity. Some common causes of obesity include insufficient sleep, growing older, pregnancy, genetics, hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland) or polycystic ovary syndrome (imbalance of female reproductive hormones). Proper diet and exercise are advised, along with medication to treat obesity.