ORLISTAT HEXAL ^® 60 mg hard capsules 42 pc

Active ingredient: Orlistat.

Areas of application: Used to reduce weight and is used in overweight adults aged 18 and over with a body mass index (BMI) of 28 or more. Should be used in conjunction with a low-fat and low-calorie diet.

For information on risks and side effects, read the package insert and ask your doctor or pharmacist!

Mat.-No .: 2/51010600 Status: October 2016

Faster to the desired weight
Orlistat HEXAL ^®60 mg is the perfect addition to a low-fat diet and helps to lose up to 50% more weight than the diet alone. For every 2 kilos of weight loss supplemented by diet and more exercise, Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg can lose another kilo. Suitable for overweight people aged 18 and over with a BMI (body mass index) of at least 28 (rule of thumb for calculating the BMI: body weight divided by height to the power of two).

Lose weight more effectively with the triple action of Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg

• Reduces fat absorption.
• Decreases the calorie intake.
• Accelerates the diet effect.

Absorb less fat
Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg deactivates the enzymes in the gastrointestinal tract that break down fat. As a result, the body cannot absorb a quarter of the fat in food. The undigested fat is eliminated naturally and therefore cannot be stored in the fat cells. This leads to weight loss in the longer term.

ORLISTAT HEXAL APPLICATION AND INGESTION:

- One capsule Orlistat HEXAL ^® three times a dayTake 60 mg immediately before, during or up to 1 hour after each main meal with a little water. - The recommended amount of fat as part of the diet should be evenly distributed over the three low-calorie meals. - If a meal is skipped or if it does not contain any fat, Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg should not be taken, as the preparation only works with fatty foods. - Do not take more than 3 capsules per day and do not use Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg for longer than 6 months.

Lots of vegetables, fruit, whole grain products, little meat - switching to a varied, low-calorie mixed diet is easy.

Those who only eat 500 calories less a day can achieve lasting success in losing weight

Drink a lot: 1.5 to 2 liters of water, unsweetened tea and other low-calorie beverages support the success of losing weight Body.

ORLISTAT HEXAL MORE HEALTH

Every kilo too much burdens the body, and being very overweight (obesity) is a health hazard. Those who consistently lose weight relieve the heart and blood vessels and thus lower the risk of heart attack and stroke, reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and can actively prevent many other diseases of civilization such as heartburn, gallstones and inflammation of the gallbladder.

ORLISTAT HEXAL MORE QUALITY OF LIFE
Less weight prevents or relieves joint pain - exercise is really fun again and supports an active lifestyle. In connection with the change to a conscious and healthy diet, not only the physical, but also the mental performance is increased. Losing weight is therefore a holistic gain in joie de vivre and vitality!

ORLISTAT HEXAL FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

How does Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg work? The active ingredient (Orlistat) in Orlistat HEXAL ^®60 mg does not reduce your appetite, but the absorption of high-calorie dietary fats. This means that about a quarter of the fat from your meals is not absorbed by the body. This excess fat is excreted with the stool and cannot be stored in the fat cells. This increases the effectiveness of your diet and leads to weight loss in the longer term.

Diet- related side effects may occur when taking Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg. In order to keep these side effects as low as possible, you should follow a low- fat diet (approx. 15 g per meal) while taking Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg. Then Orlistat HEXAL ^® will help you60 mg to lose up to 50% more weight than dieting alone. For every 2 kg of body weight that you lose as part of a diet, you can lose an additional kilogram with the help of Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg.

When should Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg not be used?
Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg must not be used if you
- are allergic to orlistat or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
- are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Use ciclosporin.
- Use warfarin or other blood thinners.
- are younger than 18 years.
- suffer from chronic malabsorption syndrome.

Who is Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg suitable for?

If you are taking other medicines, you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg. Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg helps in weight loss and is used in overweight adults aged 18 and over with a body mass index (BMI) of 28 or above. The BMI helps you determine whether you are of normal weight in relation to your height or whether you are overweight.

The table below shows you whether you are overweight and whether Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg is suitable for you.

1.50 m - 63 kg
1.55 m - 67.25 kg
1.60 m - 71.75 kg
1.65 m - 76.25 kg
1.70 m - 81 kg
1.75 m - 85.75 kg
1.80 m - 90.75 kg
1.85 m - 95.75 kg
1.90 m - 101 kg

If your body weight is below the line given for your height, you should not take Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg.

How long should you take Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg?
Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg must not be taken for longer than 6 months. If you do not notice any reduction in weight after using Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg for 12 weeks , ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

For successful weight loss it is important not only to change your diet in the short term. In order to lose weight successfully and maintain the new weight, one should change one's lifestyle. This includes a long-term change in diet and exercise habits.

How much fat do I lose with Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg?
About a quarter of the fat ingested with food is not absorbed by the body with Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg and is excreted again. With Orlistat HEXAL ^® 60 mg you can lose an additional kilogram for every 2 kg lost as part of a diet.