XENICAL 21 Capsules x 120mg £35.00 .

Made in Switzerland by F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.

Chemical content Orlistat. XENICAL is a prescription weight - control medication useful for the long - term treatment of significant obesity.

XENICAL can also help to improve risk factors. such as high blood pressure. high cholesterol and high blood sugar which, if not treated, could lead to other diseases such as hypertension and diabetes. Each XENICAL capsule contains 120 mg of the active substance orlistat, which acts as a lipase inhibitor.

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. SIDE EFFECTS : Fatty / oily stool , oily spoting , intestinal gas with discharge , bowel movement urgency , poor bowel control or headaches may occur . If these efects persist or worsen , notify your doctor promptly. Intestinal side effects { e. g. oily stool }may increase in intensity if you exceed your daily dietary fat allowance. If you notice other effects not listed above contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS : Tell your doctor your medical history , including : allergies , digestive disorders { malabsorption or cholestasis }, low thyroid function { hypothyroidism }, other metabolism problems { e. g. , oxalate kidney stones , hyperoxalur . This drug should not be used if you have anorexia nervosa or bulimia - type eating disorders. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication . The manufacturer does not recommend use of this drug during pregnancy . It is not known whether this drug is excreted into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant , breast - feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast - feeding.

As with all medications READ the leaflet before starting your treatment.