The prescription version of Alli, Xenical is a weight loss drug that works by blocking fat absorption.
Originally only available with a prescription, orlistat, the generic name for Xenical, was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in the United States in 1999 under the trade name Alli.FDA News: FDA Approves Orlistat for Over-the-Counter Use (February 7, 2007)
Mode of Action
Xenical inhibits pancreatic lipase, preventing the breakdown and subsequent absorption of triglyceride fats.Official Site: Xenical at Work
Side Effects
How to Reduce Side Effects
To reduce the unwanted side effects of Xanical, it is important to limit fat consumption.Drugs.com: Xenical (Orlistat)
Disclaimer
The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking Xenical.
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Fast Facts
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Generic name
Orlistat
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Over-the-counter name
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Use
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Fact:
Available by prescription
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Route
Oral
