Xenical is a brand name version of the weight loss drug orlistat. This drug works to block the absorption of fat by the intestines, which reduces the number of calories absorbed by the patient, thereby helping the patient lose weight. Xenical is available with a valid doctor's prescription for patients who are obese, meaning the patient has a body mass index of 30 or more with no obesity related conditions, or a body mass index of 27 with an obesity related condition, such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure.
Step 1
Visit your doctor to determine if you are a candidate for Xenical. People with certain conditions, such as gallbladder disease or malabsorption syndrome, or people with other conditions, such as liver disease, diabetes, thyroid disorders, eating disorders and pancreatitis, may need to have special testing done, or may require special dosing for Xenical.
Step 2
Obtain a prescription from the doctor. When your doctor gives you the prescription, she should also give you a diet plan to follow. This diet plan is a customized low-calorie, low-fat diet based on your individual needs.
Step 3
Bring the prescription to the pharmacy of your choice. If you have insurance, you can ask the pharmacist to see if your insurance covers Xenical. If not, you will have to pay for the prescription.
Step 4
Pick up your prescription and be sure that you have the correct pills. Xenical pills are dark blue capsules. The writing on the capsule says "Roche" on one half of the capsule and "Xenical 120" on the other. Pills that don't meet this criteria aren't Xenical pills and you should ask the pharmacist about the pills immediately.
Step 5
Take the pills as directed. Follow the diet program provided by your doctor and exercise daily for best results.
Tips and Warnings
- If you are overweight but don't meet the criteria for Xenical, ask your doctor is taking Alli is appropriate. Alli is an over-the-counter strength version or orlistat. Xenical is 120 mg, while Alli is 60 mg.
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