Orligal Capsules 120mg (Orlistat)
| COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | India |
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| DOSAGE FORM | Capsules |
| EQUIVALENT BRAND | Orlistat |
| GENERIC NAME | Orlistat |
| INDICATION | Obesity |
| MANUFACTURER | Signature |
| PACKAGING | 21 capsules in 1 strip |
| COMPOSITION | Orlistat 120mg |
| PACK SIZE | 84 Capsule/s, 168 Capsule/s, 252 Capsule/s |
Uses of Orligal 120 MG
Orligal Capsule is used for management of obesity. It helps to lose weight along with an individualized low-calorie, low-fat diet and exercise in people with high blood pressure, diabetes, high choles…
Contraindications of Orligal 120 MG
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If you are allergic to orlistat or any other component of Orligal Capsule
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If you have severe malabsorption disorder, a condition in which your body isn’t able to take in many of the nutrients from the food you eat.
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If you have or had a liver disease.
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If you are a breastfeeding mother.
Side effects of Orligal 120 MG
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Flu
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Headache
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Decreased blood sugar level than normal
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Upper respiratory infection
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Abdominal pain/discomfort
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Flatulence
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Liquid stools
Precautions and Warnings of Orligal 120 MG
Pregnancy
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Can I take Orligal Capsule during pregnancy?
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There is limited information about the effects of Orligal Capsule on human pregnancy. It can be taken in pregnancy if prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
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Can I take Orligal Capsule while breastfeeding?
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No, Orligal Capsule should not be used while breastfeeding as it is not known whether it passes into the breastmilk. Inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
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Can I drive if I have consumed Orligal Capsule?
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Orligal Capsule do not have any effect on the ability to drive.
Alcohol
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Can I consume alcohol with Orligal Capsule?
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Orligal Capsule does not interact with alcohol. However, alcohol is high in calories. Consequently, drinking alcohol while taking Orligal Capsule might hinder your weight loss journey. Talk to your doctor or dietician if you have a habit of consuming it on a regular basis.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
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You are a Type 2 diabetic or thyroid patient.
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You have kidney disease.
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You are on any medication to treat fits.
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You are not planning pregnancy.
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You are on any other medication or supplements.
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Orligal Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years of age.
Mode of Action of Orligal 120 MG
How Does It Work?
Orligal Capsule works by inhibiting the chemical substance in the stomach and intestine called lipases, this chemical substance breaks down triglycerides (a component of cholesterol) in the intestine….
Directions for Use of Orligal 120 MG
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Orligal Capsule should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water immediately before, during or up to one hour after the main meal.
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If a meal is missed or contains no fat, the dose of orlistat should be omitted. Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Orligal 120 MG
Interactions with other medicines
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Orligal Capsule can decrease the effect of medicines used to modify immune response such as ciclosporin when used concomitantly.
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Medicine used in the treatment of diabetes such as Acarbose should not be given concomitantly with Orligal Capsule
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Orligal Capsule increases the effect of medicines used to thin the blood such as warfarin or any other anticoagulants and can lead to increased risk of bleeding.
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The absorption of fat soluble vitamin (A,D,K,E) is impaired when used along with Orligal Capsule.
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Effect of amiodarone (used to treat irregular heart beat) is decreased when used concomitantly with Orligal Capsule.
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Medicines used to treat fits such as valproate, lamotrigine effect is altered when taken along with Orligal Capsule.
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Medicine used to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) such as Lamivudine and medicine use to treat mood instability like citalopram, olanzapine, benzodiazepine should be given with Orligal Capsule…
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Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible drug interactions.
Storage and disposal of Orligal 120 MG
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Store at temperature not exceeding 25°C.
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Protect it from light and moisture.
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Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Orligal 120 MG
Overdose
If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of Orligal Capsule, then take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
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