Introduction

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Uses of Olistat 120

Obesity

Side effects of Olistat 120

Abdominal pain
Fat in stool
Flatus with discharge
Oily spotting
Diarrhea
Abdominal cramp
Flatulence
Soft stools

How to use Olistat 120

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Olistat 120 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.\nAvoid Olistat 120 with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

How Olistat 120 works

Olistat 120 is a lipase inhibitor. It works in the stomach and small intestine by blocking the absorption of fat from food by blocking enzymes responsible for the breakdown of fat.

Quick Tips

Olistat 120 is used to aid weight loss in obese individuals.
It should be used along with regular physical activity and a healthy diet.
Take it during or up to 1 hour after each meal.
Skip your dose if you miss a meal or if your meal contains no fat.
A multivitamin supplement containing vitamins A, D, and K is recommended when taking Olistat 120.
It should not be taken for longer than six months. If you have been unable to lose weight after 12 weeks of taking this medicine, you should stop taking it and consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Olistat 120 does not cause any harmful side effects.
UNSAFE – Pregnancy: Olistat 120 is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Olistat 120 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Olistat 120 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Olistat 120 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Olistat 120 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of this medicine may be associated with the formation of kidney stones in patients with underlying kidney disease.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Olistat 120 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Olistat 120 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.