O-Stat 120 Capsule
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Orlistat (120mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Leucine Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | OTHERS |
| Action Class | Lipase inhibitor |
| User Rating | 4.8 |
| User Reviews | 352 |
FAQ
How long can you stay on O-Stat 120?
It is not advised to take O-Stat 120 for more than 6 months. Consult your doctor and stop the medication if you do not experience any weight reduction 12 weeks after starting your treatment with O-Stat 120.
How should I take O-Stat 120?
Take O-Stat 120 three times a day and swallow the capsule whole with water. Take it just before, during, or up to one hour after meals. The meal should be well balanced and should include low calorie ingredients. Do not take O-Stat 120 if you miss a meal or your meal does not contain fat, as it will not work in the absence of fat.
Can you drink alcohol on O-Stat 120?
Though alcohol does not interfere with the working of O-Stat 120, it is recommended that you cut on or avoid alcohol. Alcohol contains calories which will add to your weight. Hence, for effective weight reduction it is best to avoid alcohol.
Who should not take O-Stat 120?
You should not take O-Stat 120 if you are allergic to it, have difficulty absorbing food (chronic malabsorption syndrome), and have cholestasis (a condition where the flow of bile from the liver is blocked). Refrain from using O-Stat 120 if you are taking cyclosporine medicine or blood thinners like warfarin. Along with that, avoid O-Stat 120 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
What kind of diet should I follow while on O-Stat 120?
You should stick to low-calorie low-fat diet while taking O-Stat 120. Having a high-fat meal with O-Stat 120 might increase the chances of developing unpleasant side effects. Try to eat more vegetables and fruits, have small portions, eat regularly, and do not skip any meals.
Is it important to follow an exercise program while taking O-Stat 120?
Yes, exercise may prove to be very helpful for the effective weight reduction and maintenance of reduced weight. An exercise program and low-calorie intake will help maintain your weight even after discontinuation of the medicine.
How much weight can you lose in a week with O-Stat 120?
You should set a realistic goal of weight reduction. Aim to reduce 5-10% of your starting weight. This weight loss process should be gradual and at a steady pace. You should try to reduce 0.5 kg of weight per week.
How does O-Stat 120 help with weight loss?
O-Stat 120 belongs to a class of medicines known as lipase inhibitors. It targets the fat that you eat. It prevents about 25% of fat in your meals from being absorbed. This unabsorbed fat will get passed in stools and get removed from the body.
How quickly does O-Stat 120 work?
O-Stat 120 starts working quickly, within 24-48 hours of taking it. You may even notice fat in your stools. However, it may take about a week or two to show effective weight reduction, which will vary from person to person.
What if you forget to take O-Stat Capsule?
If you miss a dose of O-Stat 120, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
O-Stat 120 Capsule Reviews
O-Stat 120 is a medicine used in the treatment of obesity. It helps the body in blocking the absorption of fats from the small intestines and stomach. This way it can help reduce calorie intake and weight loss over time.
O-Stat 120 is geenrally taken orally 3 times daily, during (or up to 1 hour after) each main meal containing fat. It can also be taken up to 2 hours after midmeal. It works best when it is used along with regular physical activity and a healthy diet. It should not be taken for a long term unless your doctor tells you to do so. For better efficacy of the medicine, fat-rich foods should be avoided along with the medicine.
Some of the common side effects of O-Stat 120 include the presence of fat in the stool, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If any of the side effects bother you, tell your doctor without delay. They may be able to help you by adjusting your dose or prescribe you an alternate medicine.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women must take this medicine only with a valid prescription. Inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications. This medicine should not be considered as a long-term treatment unless you are prescribed by your doctor.
O-Stat 120 is geenrally taken orally 3 times daily, during (or up to 1 hour after) each main meal containing fat. It can also be taken up to 2 hours after midmeal. It works best when it is used along with regular physical activity and a healthy diet. It should not be taken for a long term unless your doctor tells you to do so. For better efficacy of the medicine, fat-rich foods should be avoided along with the medicine.
Some of the common side effects of O-Stat 120 include the presence of fat in the stool, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If any of the side effects bother you, tell your doctor without delay. They may be able to help you by adjusting your dose or prescribe you an alternate medicine.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women must take this medicine only with a valid prescription. Inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications. This medicine should not be considered as a long-term treatment unless you are prescribed by your doctor.
How O-Stat 120 Capsule Works
O-Stat 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.
How to Use O-Stat 120 Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. O-Stat 120 is to be taken with food.Avoid O-Stat 120 with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.
Benefits of O-Stat 120 Capsule
- In Obesity: O-Stat 120 decreases cravings for food now and then. This helps reduce food intake and enables you to cut down on those extra calories that are responsible for gaining weight due to overeating. Therefore, this medicine helps to treat obesity and prevents the complications of being overweight like diabetes, high blood pressure, and other serious problems. It also improves your confidence by helping you lose weight and enhances your quality of life.
Uses of O-Stat 120 Capsule
- Obesity
O-Stat 120 Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
O-Stat 120 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of O-Stat 120 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Use of this medicine may be associated with the formation of kidney stones in patients with underlying kidney disease.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of O-Stat 120 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
O-Stat 120 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of O-Stat 120 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with O-Stat 120 does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
O-Stat 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.
Driving
SAFE
O-Stat 120 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Quick Tips
- O-Stat 120 is used to aid weight loss in obese individuals.
- 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.
- It should be used along with regular physical activity and a healthy diet.
- 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.
- A multivitamin supplement containing vitamins A, D, and K is recommended when taking O-Stat 120.
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