What is a Generic Drug?

A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.

The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.

Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.

Xenical (Orlistat)

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Xenical (Orlistat)

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Strength
Qty
120mg

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Generic Equivalent - Xenical (Orlistat)

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Strength
Qty
120mg

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  • Product Details

    Description

    Xenical is a prescription medication used for weight reduction in obese patients on a calorie-restricted diet. Xenical may also be used to reduce the risk of weight regain after weight loss.

    Xenical works by preventing the absorption of nutrients into the bloodstream.

    Directions

    Xenical is usually taken up to three times daily with meals. The usual dosage is 120 mg.

    Xenical can be taken with or up to one hour after meals.

    Speak with your healthcare provider to ensure you are consuming a nutritionally balanced diet while taking Xenical.

    Ingredients

    Orlistat is the active ingredient in Xenical. 

    Interactions

    Xenical inhibits the absorption of many drugs. Therefore, you should tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medications you are taking, including:

    • Amiodarone
    • Atazanavir
    • Carbamazepine
    • Cyclosporine
    • Darunavir
    • Fosamprenavir
    • Gabapentin
    • Indinavir
    • Lamotrigine
    • Levetiracetam
    • Levothyroxine
    • Lopinavir
    • Multivitamins
    • Nelfinavir
    • Phenytoin
    • Propafenone
    • Ritonavir
    • Sincalide
    • Triheptanoin

    Fact Table

    Formula

    C29H53NO5

    License

    EU EMA, USA FDA

    Bioavailability

    Negligible

    Legal status

    Varies

    Chemical Name

    Orlistat

    Elimination half-life

    1 to 2 hours

    Dosage (Strength)

    120mg

    Pregnancy

    Consult a doctor

    Brands

    Xenical, Alli

    Protein binding

    99%

    PubChem CID

    3034010

    MedlinePlus

    a601244

    ChEBI

    94686

    ATC code

    A08AB01

    DrugBank

    DB01083

    KEGG

    D04028

    Routes of administration

    Oral

    Cautions

    Most patients should take a multivitamin containing fat-soluble vitamins while using Xenical.

    Tell your doctor if you have a history of gout or liver problems. 

    Speak with your healthcare provider or pharmacist before using Xenical.

    Side Effects

    Some of the common side effects from Xenical may include:

    • Abdominal distress
    • Abdominal pain
    • Anxiety
    • Bowel urgency
    • Fatigue
    • Fecal incontinence
    • Flatulence with discharge
    • Frequent bowel movements
    • Gingival disease
    • Headache
    • Infectious diarrhea
    • Influenza
    • Low blood sugar
    • Menstrual disease
    • Nausea
    • Oily evacuation
    • Oily rectal leakage
    • Otitis
    • Pedal edema
    • Rectal pain
    • Sleep disorders
    • Steatorrhea
    • Urinary tract infection
    • Vaginitis
    • Xeroderma

    References

    Xenical [package insert]. San Francisco, CA: Genentech; 2012.




    IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

    Product Code : 1909

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