{"product_id":"orlistat","title":"Orlistat","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"373\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOrlistat Capsules are prescription weight management capsules used to support weight loss where clinically appropriate. They are used alongside a reduced-calorie, lower-fat diet and wider lifestyle changes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content__inner\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- How to use --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"14da56ac-bb10-48a5-a21b-90d75aef13b5\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2-thinking\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake Orlistat exactly as directed by your pharmacist, prescriber or the patient information leaflet supplied with your medicine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe usual prescription dose is one Orlistat 120mg capsule with each of the three main meals per day, where suitable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be taken immediately before, during, or up to one hour after a meal. Swallow the capsule whole with water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not take more than three capsules in one day. Taking extra capsules will not improve weight loss and may increase side effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrlistat should be taken alongside a balanced, calorie-controlled diet. Your daily intake of fat, carbohydrate and protein should usually be spread across three main meals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid very high-fat meals and high-fat snacks, as these can increase side effects such as oily stools, urgency and wind with discharge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you forget a dose, take it only if it is within one hour of your last main meal. If more than one hour has passed, skip the missed dose and take the next dose with your next suitable meal. Do not take a double dose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour treatment should be reviewed if you have not lost sufficient weight after 12 weeks. Do not continue treatment long term without clinical review.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Ingredients --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMain Ingredients\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"58f0fc70-0994-4026-a3ef-608c47736739\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrlistat 120mg Capsules contain orlistat as the active ingredient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach capsule contains 120mg of orlistat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther ingredients vary depending on the manufacturer. They may include microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, povidone, sodium laurilsulfate and talc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe capsule shell may contain gelatin, indigo carmine, titanium dioxide and printing ink, depending on the product supplied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways read the patient information leaflet supplied with your specific medicine, as ingredients can vary between manufacturers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Side Effects \u0026 Cautions --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome people experience side effects while taking orlistat. Most common side effects are linked to its action in the digestive system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery common side effects can include headache, stomach pain or discomfort, urgent or increased need to open the bowels, wind with discharge, oily discharge, oily or fatty stools, liquid stools and low blood sugar in some people with type 2 diabetes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon side effects can include rectal pain or discomfort, soft stools, stool leakage, bloating, tooth or gum problems, irregular menstrual cycle and tiredness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese bowel-related side effects are more likely if meals are high in fat. Keeping to a lower-fat diet can reduce the likelihood of troublesome digestive effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrlistat can reduce absorption of some fat-soluble nutrients, including vitamins A, D, E and K. A clinician may advise a multivitamin supplement, taken separately from orlistat, if appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not take Orlistat if you are allergic to orlistat or any ingredient in the capsules, if you have chronic malabsorption syndrome, cholestasis, or if you are breastfeeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrlistat is not recommended during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, this must be reviewed before treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtra clinical review may be needed if you have kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, thyroid disease, epilepsy, digestive disease, eating disorder history, or if you are taking medicines for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, HIV, mental health conditions or anxiety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrlistat can interact with some medicines. Tell your clinician if you take warfarin or other anticoagulants, ciclosporin, levothyroxine, amiodarone, antiepileptic medicines, HIV medicines, diabetes medicines, antidepressants or any other regular medicines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you take the oral contraceptive pill and develop severe diarrhoea while using orlistat, an additional contraceptive method may be needed because severe diarrhoea can reduce pill effectiveness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeek urgent medical advice if you develop symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, severe itching, signs of liver problems, symptoms of pancreatitis, or blood in the stool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeek medical advice if bowel symptoms are severe, persistent, worsening, or if you develop rectal bleeding, unexplained weight loss, ongoing abdominal pain or a change in bowel habit unrelated to treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"POM","offers":[{"title":"60mg \/ One Month Supply","offer_id":56474328072532,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60mg \/ Two Month Supply","offer_id":56474328105300,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60mg \/ Three Month Supply","offer_id":56474328138068,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"120mg \/ One Month Supply","offer_id":56474328170836,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"120mg \/ Two Month Supply","offer_id":56474328203604,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"120mg \/ Three Month Supply","offer_id":56474328236372,"sku":null,"price":119.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/5989\/6404\/files\/xenical.png?v=1784150272","url":"https:\/\/medicosmetic.co.uk\/products\/orlistat","provider":"Medicosmetic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}