Orlistat (Viatris) TM
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Active ingredients: orlistat
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ORLISTAT VIATRIS Orlistat 120 mg capsule blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Orlizen is indicated for the treatment of obese patients with a body mass index (BMI) >= 30, and overweight patients with a BMI >= 27 in the presence of other risk factors, in conjunction with a mildly hypocaloric diet.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size "1" hard gelatin capsules with turquoise cap and body bearing the imprint of "LO1" in black ink and contains white to off white powder or slightly compacted agglomerate.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 84 pack
- 42 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient orlistat
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
