| • Branded as well as generic Xenical (orlistat) comes in only 120 mg dosage.
• Adults should initially take a single Xenical dosage of 120 mg thrice a day within one hour of having meal but it is advised that you seek a proper prescription from a doctor before taking Xenical.
• Children up to 16 years are not recommended to use Xenical.
• Xenical dosages are usually taken with a glass of water.
• Xenical should be swallowed as a whole; do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
• The meal that is to be taken with Xenical should contain 30% calories from fat. If ever Xenical is taken with a meal which is very high in fat, there are chances that the patient may suffer side-effects while the food undergoes digestion in the body.
• Xenical should not be taken more often than prescribed by the doctor.
Xenical Missed Dose:
- If you miss a meal or have a fat free meal, you can skip the dose for Xenical.
- Skip the missed dose of Xenical if one hour has passed by since you had your meal.
- Go back to your regular dosing schedule after your missed dosage. Do not double your doses in any situation.
Xenical Overdose:
Seek immediate medical attention if you have taken an overdose of Xenical.
Xenical Storage:
- Xenical should be stored at the ideal room temperature 15-30°C (59-86°F).
- To maintain the effectiveness of Xenical it should be stored in an air-tight container away from heat and moisture.
- The Xenical medicines which have already crossed the expiry date are not meant to be stored and should be thrown away.
- The proper disposal of Xenical can be known from the pharmacist and the unwanted medicine should be thrown away accordingly.
- Xenical should be kept away from the reach of children and pets.
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