| What is Xenical?
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Xenical is a prescription medication that can help considerably overweight people
to lose weight. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Xenical?
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Some side effects associated with Xenical include 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. 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. |
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| How is Xenical taken?
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Follow the directions for using Xenical provided by your doctor. If you miss a dose,
just resume taking Xenical at your next meal containing fat. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Xenical with other medications?
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Discuss with your doctor all medications you are currently taking to determine if
Xenical can be taken along with these medications. If you are taking cyclosporine, let your doctor know before taking
Xenical. Cyclosporine and Xenical should be taken at least two hours apart. If your cyclosporine levels are being measured, more-frequent measurements may be necessary while you’re taking
Xenical. |
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| How soon does Xenical work?
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People typically begin losing weight within two weeks of using Xenical, and may continue to lose weight for
six to twelve months, at which point weight loss usually begins to level off. |
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Return to health network. |
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