Xenical Side Effects

What is Xenical?

Xenical is generically known as orlistat, which prevents fat from being absorbed by the body. Xenical is used in combination with a low-calorie diet and exercise to treat obesity, especially in cases where people are at risk of diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Xenical may be administered for other reasons. Consult a doctor for more information about Xenical.

Potential for Abuse?

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Xenical Side Effects

Serious Xenical side effects:

• Allergic reactions: difficult breathing, hives, swelling, rashes
• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fast heart rate
• Oily spots in underwear
• Oily or fatty feces
• Gas or oily discharge
• Brown or orange oil in feces
• More frequent bowel movements

Less serious Xenical side effects:

• Teeth and gum problems
• Flu symptoms
• Headache
• Rashes
  

This is not a complete list of Xenical side effects. Consult your doctor for a full list.

Interesting Xenical Tidbits

Here are some interesting facts about Xenical:

• Xenical is metabolized by the gastrointestinal tract and has a half-life of one to two hours
• Xenical can produce very unpleasant side effects, including steatorrhea, or feces with excessive fat and oil in them.
• Xenical is available over the counter in many countries
  

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