Orlistat (Oral Route)

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Diabetes or
• Underactive thyroid—Use with caution. May increase risk for more serious side effects.

• Eating disorders (e.g., anorexia nervosa or bulimia) or
• Hyperoxaluria (high oxalic acid in the urine), history of or
• Kidney failure or
• Kidney stones or
• Liver disease—Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.

• Gallbladder problems or
• Malabsorption syndrome (problems with absorbing or digesting food)—Should not be used in patients with these conditions.

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.