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Indication XENICAL is for people who are considerably overweight (have a body mass index of 30 or greater). XENICAL is also for people who are overweight (have a body mass index of 27 or greater) and also have other risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease or diabetes. XENICAL should be taken with a [nutritionally balanced] reduced-calorie diet containing no more than 30% of calories from fat. Contraindications/Warnings/Precautions XENICAL shouldn't be taken if you are pregnant, nursing, have food absorption problems or reduced bile flow. If you are taking cyclosporine, speak to your doctor before taking XENICAL. XENICAL reduces the absorption of vitamins, therefore, a daily multivitamin is recommended. Side Effects Because XENICAL works by blocking the absorption of dietary fat, it is likely that you will experience some changes in bowel habits. These bowel changes are a natural effect of blocking the fat from being absorbed. They generally occur during the first weeks of treatment; however, for some people they may continue for 6 months or longer while on XENICAL. These changes may include gas with oily discharge, an increased number of bowel movements, an urgent need to have them, and an inability to control them, particularly after meals containing higher amounts of fat than are recommended. Following a healthy eating plan, such as the one developed by the American Heart Association, will help you lose weight while decreasing some of the possible gastrointestinal effects you may experience while taking XENICAL. If you are concerned about these or any other side effects you experience while taking XENICAL, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. Click here for helpful information about talking with your doctor. |
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