WHO SHOULD TAKE XENICAL?
Xenical is indicated for individuals who are obese (BMI over 30) or who are overweight (BMI between 25 and 30) and have or are at risk for any of the medical conditions which are related to their weight or body fat, such as diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension.
HOW IS XENICAL DIFFERENT FROM OTHER DIET MEDICATIONS?
With the exception of Xenical, all of the current prescription drugs for weight loss act on the brain to reduce appetite. You eat less, you lose weight - but at a price. In order to get to the brain, these drugs must enter the blood stream.Therefore, these drugs may have side effects (central nervous system and cardiovascular), ranging from minor to severe and are indicated only for short term use. But, most important, these drugs do little or nothing to help people change their eating habits or lifestyles.Therefore, when they stop taking the drugs, the weight is quickly regained.
WHEN I TAKE XENICAL, CAN I EAT WHATEVER I WANT?
Yes and No. For the most part, you can eat all the kinds of foods you enjoy, but only in smaller amounts. It is recommended that Xenical be taken in conjunction with a diet that is moderately reduced in total calories (about 20% - or 600 less calories per day) and reduced in fat. The daily intake of fat should be distributed over three main meals throughout the day. These restrictions are far less than most weight loss diets and, therefore, are much easier to follow.
DO I HAVE TO TAKE VITAMIN SUPPLEMENTS?
Whenever you reduce the amount of foods you eat, you may be reducing your intake of vitamins as well. It is essential that you eat nutritiously balanced meals, rich in fruits and vegetables. Discuss with your doctor the need for supplemental vitamins.
MUST I EXERCISE?
Yes. Physical activities are an essential part of any weight control program and necessary for maintaining good health. Exercise doesn’t have to mean running kilometers a day or joining a gym. Slowly increase your level of physical activity in a way that is easy and fun and which can become part of a permanent lifestyle change.
IF I STILL HAVE TO REDUCE MY CALORIES AND XERCISE, WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF TAKING XENICAL?
Xenical targets fat. By blocking one third of the fat you eat, you further reduce the amount of calories you eat without reducing the amount of food you eat.This makes dieting easier and far more enjoyable. By targeting fat loss, Xenical has been shown to promote weight loss, prevent subsequent weight regain and to lower health risks associated with obesity, when compared with patients on a calorie-reduced diet alone.
ARE THERE OTHER BENEFITS TO TAKING XENICAL?
In addition to reducing weight, Xenical reduces
- high blood pressure
- the amount of anti-diabetic medication required (if already diabetic)
- body fat
- the chance of developing type II diabetes
HOW FAST WILL I LOSE WEIGHT?
Weight loss begins immediately. In international clinical studies with thousands of patients, most individuals using Xenical lost, on average, 10% of their initial body weight over a 6-8 month period.
DOES XENICAL HAVE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?
Xenical has none of the side effects normally associated with diet medications which act on the brain. Xenical’s side effects are strictly gastrointestinal in nature and related to its action of blocking the digestion of ingested fat. Xenical blocks fat absorption.The fat that is not absorbed into the bloodstream remains in the intestine and becomes mixed with the stool.
HOW DO YOU KNOW THAT XENICAL IS SAFE AND EFFECTIVE?
Xenical is the most thoroughly tested weight control medication. Clinical trials with Xenical were conducted with over 7,000 patients in North America, South America, and Europe.
DOES XENICAL INTERACT WITH OTHER MEDICATIONS?
Clinical studies have shown that Xenical does not interact with commonly used medications. However, before starting Xenical it is essential that you tell your doctor of any and all medications (prescription and non-prescription) that you are currently taking.
IF XENICAL IS SO SAFE, WHY IS IT AVAILABLE ONLY BY PRESCRIPTION?
Obesity is a chronic disease which requires continuous, long-term medical management. Obesity and overweight may be associated with serious medical conditions, such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. The management of weight, therefore, should be under the supervision of a physician.
HOW DO I TAKE XENICAL?
One capsule (120milligrams) is taken three times daily with each main meal - up two hours after eating.Taking a capsule with each meal is convenient and easy to remember.
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