Slimshape 120 – Orlistat 120mg Capsules

Slimshape 120  Orlistat 120mg Capsules Description:

Slimshape 120 (Orlistat 120mg capsules) is a potent, reversible inhibitor of gastric and pancreatic lipases, enzymes that break down dietary fat in the intestine. By blocking these enzymes, Orlistat prevents the hydrolysis and subsequent absorption of dietary triglycerides, leading to reduced caloric intake and weight loss.

Uses:

• Obesity management:
  • Adjunct to a hypocaloric diet for weight loss in obese adults (BMI ≥30 kg/m²) or overweight (BMI ≥27 kg/m²) with risk factors such as diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia.
• Weight maintenance:
  • For patients who have lost weight and wish to maintain weight loss.
  • May delay onset of type 2 diabetes in obese, high-risk individuals.

Side Effects:
Common Side Effects:

• • Gastrointestinal
  • Oily spotting
  • Flatulence with discharge
  • Fecal urgency/incontinence
  • Oily/fatty stools (steatorrhea)
  • Increased defecation, abdominal pain, bloating

Rare Side Effects : 

Severe liver injury

Pancreatitis

Serious Side Effects :

• Fat-soluble vitamin deficiency (A, D, E, K)
• Hypersensitivity reactions (rash, pruritus, anaphylaxis—rare)
• Kidney stones (due to increased urinary oxalate)

Dosage:
The recommended dosage of Orlistat 120 varies depending on the condition being treated, individual factors such as age and overall health and the form of the medication being used. It is important to follow the dosage instructions provided by your healthcare provider or pharmacist when taking Orlistat 120. Taking more than the recommended dose of Orlistat can increase the risk of side effects and may not improve the effectiveness of the medication. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.