Orlistat (Xenical), an FDA-approved prescription weight-loss medication, must be used strictly as directed by a doctor. When purchasing, attention should be paid to the legitimacy of the channel, the authenticity of the drug, and medication safety.

How to Purchase Orlistat (Xenical)

Overseas Purchase

Patients can consult and purchase the medication at hospital pharmacies or regular drugstores in countries or regions where Orlistat is available.

Since drug prices may be affected by factors such as regional differences and exchange rate fluctuations, patients need to make a budget and plan before purchasing.

Purchase through Medical Service Institutions

Patients can consult domestic overseas medical service institutions that cooperate with international pharmacies or pharmaceutical companies.

These institutions usually provide legal import channels and can offer professional consultation and guidance.

Precautions for Purchasing Orlistat (Xenical)

Confirm Indications and Contraindications

Target Population: Only applicable to patients with obesity management (BMI ≥ 30) or overweight combined with metabolic abnormalities.

Contraindications: Contraindicated in pregnant women, patients with chronic malabsorption syndrome, cholestasis, and those allergic to its ingredients.

Be Alert to False Advertising

Orlistat must be used with a low-fat diet (daily fat intake ≤ 30% of total calories), and its effect is limited when used alone.

If a merchant claims that "weight loss can be achieved without dieting", careful identification is required.

Drug Interactions

Cyclosporine: The two medications should be taken with an interval of 3 hours.

Levothyroxine: The interval between taking the two medications should be at least 4 hours.

Anticoagulants (e.g., Warfarin): Coagulation parameters need to be monitored.

Side Effect Management

Common gastrointestinal reactions (such as oily spots, urgent defecation) can be alleviated by controlling the amount of fat in the diet.

Fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) need to be supplemented daily, and taken with an interval of 2 hours from Orlistat.

How to Identify the Authenticity of Orlistat (Xenical)

Package and Label Inspection

The outer package is printed with clear "Xenical 120mg", batch number, and expiration date.

The capsules are blue-green and marked with black "Xenical 120".

The instruction manual contains complete prescription information, adverse reactions, and FDA approval number.

Drug Traceability Verification

Inquiry on the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) Website: Log in to the official website and enter the drug approval number (e.g., import registration certificate number) to verify the information.

Anti-counterfeiting Mark: Some genuine products are attached with anti-counterfeiting codes, which can be verified through the manufacturer's official website or text message.

Identification of Abnormal Situations

Abnormal Price: Products significantly lower than the average market price need to be vigilant.

Ineffectiveness or Severe Side Effects: If there is no effect after taking the drug or symptoms of liver damage (such as jaundice, abdominal pain) occur, stop using it immediately and contact a doctor.

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