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 | What are the side effects of Xenical?
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|  Xenical (generic name orlistat) is a prescription weight-loss medication that prevents fat in food from being absorbed into the body. Doctors prescribe it for people who meet certain criteria for obesity or who are at risk for health-related problems because of their weight. The most commonly reported side effects of Xenical include stomach pain and discomfort, gas, an urgent need to move the bowels, fatty or oily stools, oily rectal discharge, diarrhea, and a loss of bowel control. You're more likely to have these side effects with higher doses of medicine and with a high-fat diet. These side effects go away in most people after 4 weeks of therapy, but it can continue for longer than 6 months in some individuals. If these side effects continue or get worse, you should talk to your health care provider. Do not use Xenical if you have problems absorbing food, gallbladder disease, or eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia. Sources:
Micromedex Healthcare Series. Micromedex, Inc., 2001.
Xenical product information, Roche Laboratories, 1999.
This answer prepared 1/30/01.
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