Orlistat is a gastrointestinal lipase inhibitor, which can reduce the absorption and utilization of fat by intestinal mucosa, thus achieving the effect of losing weight. It is mainly suitable for obese people who have already carried out diet control and exercise. However, orlistat also has some side effects, so it is best to use it under the guidance of a doctor to avoid affecting your health.

Although orlistat has a certain weight loss effect, it may produce some adverse reactions after taking it, such as increased stool frequency, fecal incontinence, fatty diarrhea, fatty stool, watery stool, etc. Adverse reactions such as menstrual disorder, headache, anxiety, fatigue, upper and lower respiratory tract infections and urinary tract infections may also occur. If you have severe or persistent abdominal pain after taking the medicine, you should stop taking the medicine immediately and seek medical advice in time; If you lose less than 5% in 12 weeks, you should stop taking the medicine immediately.

During taking orlistat, you should drink plenty of water, keep a light diet, and avoid greasy and irritating food, so as not to affect drug absorption and even aggravate adverse reactions.