Drug Name:Orlistat
Drug Class:Lipase inhibitor
Mechanism of Action:Inhibits pancreatic and gastric lipase enzymes, reducing fat absorption in the intestine
Use:Treatment of obesity in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet
Side Effects:
  • Oily spotting
  • Flatulence
  • Fatty or oily stools
  • Abdominal cramping
Contraindications:Pregnancy, chronic malabsorption syndrome, cholestasis
Specialty:
  • Endocrinology
  • Obesity Medicine