Xenical Weight Loss Capsules
Price range: $57.99 through $169.99
Xenical weight loss capsules
- Lose weight with Xenical, a prescription-only weight loss pill that contains orlistat.
- Effective alternative to weight loss injections.
- 37% of people lose at least 5% of their starting weight after 12 weeks.
- Easy to swallow pill to be taken 3 times daily.
Description
What is Xenical weight loss capsules?
Xenical is a branded prescription-only weight loss pill that contains 120mg of the active ingredient orlistat. It works by blocking the absorption of dietary fat so that it passes out of your body as waste and helps you lose weight.
Xenical is available in capsule form, which can be swallowed easily with a glass of water. You can take it up to 3 times a day with meals that contain fat.
In 12 weeks, Xenical can help 37% of people lose at least 5% of their initial body weight.
You can request Xenical from Superdrug Online Doctor quickly and easily by completing a short online health questionnaire for one of our doctors to check if it is suitable for you. If your request is approved, we’ll send your medication via our rapid and discreet delivery service. Alternatively, you can choose to collect it from your local Superdrug Pharmacy.
Xenical prices
| Pack Size | Price |
|---|---|
| 120 mg – 84 capsule(s) | £57.99 |
| 120 mg – 3 x 84 capsule(s) | £169.99 |
About Xenical
01. What is Xenical?
Xenical is a prescription-only weight loss medication that comes in the form of capsules that you swallow. It contains the active ingredient, orlistat, and is available for overweight and obese adults to help them lose weight alongside a calorie-controlled diet and exercise plan.
What is the difference between Xenical and orlistat?
Xenical is the branded version of generic orlistat. They both contain 120mg of orlistat and work in exactly the same way, but orlistat is cheaper than Xenical.
02. How does Xenical work?
Xenical works by lowering the amount of fat that is absorbed from the food you eat. It does this by stopping digestive enzymes (lipases) from breaking down the fat in your body. Then, the unabsorbed fat passes through your body and leaves as waste in your stools (poo).
Xenical helps to lower your calorie intake and support weight loss, but it works best and most effectively when combined with a reduced-calorie, low-fat diet and increased exercise plan.
When will I see weight loss results with Xenical?
You may see some weight loss within a few weeks of starting Xenical, but most people have noticeable weight loss within the first 12 weeks of treatment. You should aim to lose 1 to 2lbs per week for safe and sustainable weight loss. If you have not lost 5% or more of your starting weight after 12 weeks, your doctor may advise you to stop taking Xenical as it is unlikely to work.
How much weight can I lose on Xenical?
Research shows that after 12 weeks, Xenical tablets help 37% of people lose at least 5% of their starting body weight.
03. How to take Xenical
Xenical 120mg capsules should be swallowed whole with water just before, during or up to 1 hour after eating a main meal containing fat. The capsules can be taken up to 3 times a day, which means most people will take 1 capsule at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you do not eat a meal containing fat or skip a meal, you do not need to take a dose of Xenical.
Xenical works best if it is taken alongside a well-balanced calorie-controlled diet where 30% of your calories come from fat. Your daily intake of protein, carbohydrates, and fat should be equally distributed over 3 meals. Xenical will be most effective if you avoid processed fat-containing foods like cakes, biscuits, and savoury snacks between meals.
What is the dosage of Xenical?
The usual Xenical dose is one 120mg capsule taken with each of the 3 main meals per day.
What if I miss a dose of Xenical?
If you forget to take a Xenical weight loss pill, you should take it as soon as you remember, as long as it is within 1 hour of your last meal, then continue to take it as normal. You should not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
04. Xenical side effects
Xenical, like all medications, can cause side effects, but not everyone will get them.
Very common Xenical side effects, affecting more than 1 in 10 people, include:
- headache
- stomach pain
- urgent or more frequent need to poo
- flatulence (wind)
- oily discharge
- oily or fatty stools
- low blood sugar levels if you have type 2 diabetes
- colds and flu
Common Xenical side effects, affecting 1 in 10 people, include:
- rectal pain
- soft stools
- incontinence (bowels)
- bloating
- tooth or gum disorders
- irregular periods
- tiredness
- urine infections
- coughs
- feeling anxious
For a full list of potential Xenical side effects, you should read the patient information leaflet that comes with your medication.
How long do Xenical side effects last?
Most side effects will happen within a few days of starting Xenical and improve as your body gets used to the medication and you adjust the amount of fat in your diet. What to do if you get Xenical side effects
Most Xenical side effects are mild and can be managed at home by:
- adjusting your diet so that no more than 30% of your total daily calories comes from fat
- space your meals out evenly across the day, and make sure you have 3 square meals
- increasing your fibre intake if you have loose or oily stools
- stay hydrated, especially if you have diarrhoea
- speak to your doctor or pharmacist about over the counter remedies for bloating, diarrhoea, or oily stools
- keep a food diary to help you spot what foods may be triggering your side effects so that you can avoid them in the future
If you get any of the following serious Xenical side effects, contact your doctor straight away or call 999 in an emergency:
- allergic reaction (itching, difficulty breathing, feeling or being sick)
- skin blisters
- severe stomach pain
- bleeding from the back passage
- yellowing of your skin or eyes
05. Xenical warnings
Xenical tablets may not be suitable for everyone.
Do not take Xenical if you:
- are allergic to orlistat or any other ingredients
- have chronic malabsorption syndrome
- have a liver disorder called cholestasis
- are breastfeeding
- are pregnant or trying to get pregnant
Xenical can change the activity of some medications, including the following:
- anticoagulants, such as warfarin
- ciclosporin
- iodine salts or levothyroxine
- amiodarone
- HIV medications
- depression medications
- medications used to treat seizures or epilepsy
Speak to your doctor before taking Xenical if you take any prescribed or over the counter medications, or have any health conditions.
Additional information
| Pack Size | 120 mg – 84 capsule(s), 120 mg – 3 x 84 capsule(s) |
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