Indications and Usage

for weight loss in overweight adults, 18 years and older, when used along with a reduced-calorie and low-fat diet

Dosage and Administration

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diet and exercise are the starting points for any weight loss program. Try these first before adding orlistat. Check with your doctor before starting any exercise program.
to see if orlistat capsules are right for you, find your height on the chart to the right. You may consider starting a weight loss program with orlistat if your weight is the same or more than the weight shown for your height.
for overweight adults 18 years and older:
- take 1 capsule with each meal containing fat
- do not take more than 3 capsules daily
use with a reduced-calorie, low-fat diet and exercise program until you reach your weight loss goal. Most weight loss occurs in the first 6 months.
if you stop taking orlistat, continue with your diet and exercise program
if you start to regain weight after you stop taking orlistat, you may need to start taking orlistat again along with your diet and exercise program
take a multivitamin once a day, at bedtime, when using orlistat