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Xenical is a weight loss capsule that stops around one third of the fat that you eat from being processed into the body. It’s a fat binding treatment, which means it helps the body to get rid of fat before it’s absorbed.
Xenical should be used in partnership with a low calorie diet and regular exercise, even if it’s just a few minutes a day to get your heart rate up.
Orlistat is the active ingredient in Xenical 120mg capsules. Xenical is the branded version of Orlistat and the higher dose version of Alli (which only contains 60mg of orlistat).
How does Xenical work?
It helps enzymes to get rid of fat from the body without absorbing it. It’s very effective for many people who use it, but everyone has the potential of reacting differently to the medication.
Xenical only eliminates fat from your diet: it cannot remove fat that’s already been processed by the body. This is why exercise is so important. If the meal you’re eating contains no fat, it won’t provide any benefits for weight loss.
Is Xenical the right weight loss treatment for me?
Fat binding weight loss products like Xenical are only suitable for people whose BMI is at least 30 (or 28 if you have other risk factors such as high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes). Xenical is a capsule treatment, so if capsules are a preferred form of weight loss medication for you, it may be the right fit.
Whether Xenical is the best weight loss product for you will also depend on how prone you are to certain side effects, if you have a particular health condition, or if you are currently taking other medication that may interact with Xenical. We’ll take all these things into consideration as part of your Treated consultation, before deciding if it’s a safe and appropriate treatment for you.
When we present you with stats, data, opinion or a consensus, we’ll tell you where this came from. And we’ll only present data as clinically reliable if it’s come from a reputable source, such as a state or government-funded health body, a peer-reviewed medical journal, or a recognised analytics or data body. Read more in our editorial policy.
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How to take Xenical
Take one capsule with each of your three main meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) every day. You can take it just before, during or up to one hour after your meal. Swallow the capsule whole with water. Xenical is only effective when you consume dietary fat, so if you miss a main meal or if you have a meal that doesn’t contain any fat, you don’t need to take it.
What to eat when taking Xenical
Xenical should be used alongside a well-balanced, calorie controlled diet that’s rich in fruit and vegetables, and contains an average of 30% of calories from fat sources. Your daily intake of carbohydrate, protein and fat should be spread over three meals. To get the most benefit from Xenical, avoid consuming foods that contain fat between meals, such as chocolate, biscuits and savoury snacks.
If I miss a Xenical capsule, what should I do?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember (so long as this is within one hour of your last meal). You can then continue to take it as you normally would. Don’t take twice the amount to make up for a missed dose. If you miss several doses, tell us. Don’t make any adjustments to your dose without chatting to our clinician about it first, and if you have any other questions, just let them know.
When we present you with stats, data, opinion or a consensus, we’ll tell you where this came from. And we’ll only present data as clinically reliable if it’s come from a reputable source, such as a state or government-funded health body, a peer-reviewed medical journal, or a recognised analytics or data body. Read more in our editorial policy.
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FAQ: Xenical
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How long does Xenical take to work?
Answer:
This depends on many factors, but we’ll be able to monitor how it’s working for you and suggest any changes if they’re needed. If you’ve lost 5% of your weight within a three month period, there’s no threshold for how long Xenical will be prescribed for.
If you continue to lose weight beyond six months, our clinician may recommend that you keep taking Xenical. This may be for up to one or two years, or longer still if you have a significant amount of weight to lose.
Xenical or Orlistat: what’s the difference?
Answer:
Xenical is the branded treatment, so it’s more well known than Orlistat. Orlistat, as is usually the case with generic treatments, is a bit cheaper. The appearance of the capsules, and the packaging they come in may differ too.
But otherwise, both treatments contain the same active ingredient (orlistat) and work in very much the same way in the body.
What should I do if Xenical doesn’t work?
Answer:
Let us know. We can advise you on alternative weight loss treatments if Xenical isn’t effective for you.
It may be that making further changes to your diet and exercising on a regular basis may help. Our clinician may recommend that you keep a food diary and an activity diary for exercise to help them monitor your eating habits properly. Once our clinician has got this information to hand, they can help you to implement adjustments to your lifestyle and to create an action plan.
Is Xenical safe to use?
Answer:
For most people, Xenical is perfectly safe to use, but it’s not suitable for everyone.
Losing weight can impact on treatment doses for conditions such as diabetes and high cholesterol. If you’re using these medicines, it’s very important that you let us know.
If you’re using any oral contraceptives, it’s advisable to use additional contraception if you’re taking Xenical, as it can trigger severe diarrhoea. This may compromise the effectiveness of contraception.
Xenical is not suitable for children.
Can I buy Xenical over the counter?
Answer:
Xenical is a prescription-only treatment, so you’ll need to have a consultation with our clinician so they can assess if it’s suitable for you to use.
Alli is available without a prescription, but it’s not exactly over the counter. You’ll still have to consult with a pharmacy prescriber at the pharmacy before you can buy it.
Xenical vs Alli: which is better?
Answer:
Both treatments contain the same active ingredient, orlistat, and work in the same way. Alli stops about one quarter of the fat that you consume from being digested, whereas Xenical prevents around one third of the fat from being absorbed by the body. Alli also contains half the dosage of Xenical (60mg, as opposed to 120mg), which’s why it removes less fat from the body.
Given that both treatments work in the same way and contain the same active ingredient then, it’s really a matter of personal preference in terms of which one is best for you. We can advise you further on both options, and help you to make an informed decision.
Why should I buy Xenical online with Treated?
Answer:
Talk to us about your health. We’ll get to know more about you, and our clinicians will offer you safe and suitable treatment options to choose from.
Once you’ve selected your medication, you can also choose how frequently you’d like to receive it, and the amount of treatment each time too. Change, pause or cancel your subscription at any point.
Our service doesn’t stop once your medication has been delivered. Aftercare is as important as the prescribing process, so if you’ve got any questions about your treatment, just send us a message. We’ll reach out to you on a regular basis to find out how you’re getting on with it.
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