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Orle 60mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Orle 60mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of obesity. It helps the body in blocking the absorption of fats from the small intestines and stomach. This way it can help reduce calorie intake and weight loss over time.

Orle 60mg Tablet is geenrally taken orally 3 times daily, during (or up to 1 hour after) each main meal containing fat. It can also be taken up to 2 hours after midmeal. It works best when it is used along with regular physical activity and a healthy diet. It should not be taken for a long term unless your doctor tells you to do so. For better efficacy of the medicine, fat-rich foods should be avoided along with the medicine.

Some of the common side effects of Orle 60mg Tablet include the presence of fat in the stool, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If any of the side effects bother you, tell your doctor without delay. They may be able to help you by adjusting your dose or prescribe you an alternate medicine.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women must take this medicine only with a valid prescription. Inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications. This medicine should not be considered as a long-term treatment unless you are prescribed by your doctor.

Uses of Orle Tablet

Benefits of Orle Tablet

In Obesity

Orle 60mg Tablet decreases cravings for food now and then. This helps reduce food intake and enables you to cut down on those extra calories that are responsible for gaining weight due to overeating. Therefore, this medicine helps to treat obesity and prevents the complications of being overweight like diabetes, high blood pressure, and other serious problems. It also improves your confidence by helping you lose weight and enhances your quality of life.

Side effects of Orle Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Orle

  • Fat in stool
  • Bowel incontinence
  • Flatus with discharge
  • Oily spotting
  • Increased urge to pass bowels
  • Oily evacuation
  • Increased bowel movements

How to use Orle Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Orle 60mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Avoid Orle 60mg Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

How Orle Tablet works

Orle 60mg Tablet is a lipase inhibitor. It works in the stomach and small intestine by blocking the absorption of fat from food by blocking enzymes responsible for the breakdown of fat.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Orle 60mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Orle 60mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Orle 60mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Orle 60mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Orle 60mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Orle 60mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of this medicine may be associated with the formation of kidney stones in patients with underlying kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Orle 60mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Orle 60mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Orle Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Orle 60mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • Orle 60mg Tablet is used to aid weight loss in obese individuals.
  • It should be used along with regular physical activity and a healthy diet.
  • Take it during or up to 1 hour after each meal.
  • Skip your dose if you miss a meal or if your meal contains no fat.
  • A multivitamin supplement containing vitamins A, D, and K is recommended when taking Orle 60mg Tablet.
  • It should not be taken for longer than six months. If you have been unable to lose weight after 12 weeks of taking this medicine, you should stop taking it and consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Leucine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OTHERS
Action Class
Lipase inhibitor

Patient concerns

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Obesity ,costipation,gases Aciditt Obesity constipation problem gases acidity
Shikha Mishra
Dietetics/Nutrition
eat 6-7 meals per day, which consist fruits, nuts, buttermilk,sprouts,idly,curd eggs,sprouts homecooked food. Drink 3-4 litters of water limit your sugar consumption to 2 spoon per day. Be active whole day for personalized diet chart write to me on [email protected] do minimum 45 min exercise everyday like yoga, cardio
Acidity sleeplessness. headache. .obesity.
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Tab rekool 40 1 Od empty stomach x 5 days, Tab Metacin 500 1 SOS. For obesity, you need to do regular exercises and decrease calorie intake
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FAQs

Q. How long can you stay on Orle 60mg Tablet?

It is not advised to take Orle 60mg Tablet for more than 6 months. Consult your doctor and stop the medication if you do not experience any weight reduction 12 weeks after starting your treatment with Orle 60mg Tablet.

Q. Who should not take Orle 60mg Tablet?

You should not take Orle 60mg Tablet if you are allergic to it, have difficulty absorbing food (chronic malabsorption syndrome), and have cholestasis (a condition where the flow of bile from the liver is blocked). Refrain from using Orle 60mg Tablet if you are taking cyclosporine medicine or blood thinners like warfarin. Along with that, avoid Orle 60mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Q. What kind of diet should I follow while on Orle 60mg Tablet?

You should stick to low-calorie low-fat diet while taking Orle 60mg Tablet. Having a high-fat meal with Orle 60mg Tablet might increase the chances of developing unpleasant side effects. Try to eat more vegetables and fruits, have small portions, eat regularly, and do not skip any meals.

Q. Can you drink alcohol on Orle 60mg Tablet?

Though alcohol does not interfere with the working of Orle 60mg Tablet, it is recommended that you cut on or avoid alcohol. Alcohol contains calories which will add to your weight. Hence, for effective weight reduction it is best to avoid alcohol.

Q. How quickly does Orle 60mg Tablet work?

Orle 60mg Tablet starts working quickly, within 24-48 hours of taking it. You may even notice fat in your stools. However, it may take about a week or two to show effective weight reduction, which will vary from person to person.

Q. Is it important to follow an exercise program while taking Orle 60mg Tablet?

Yes, exercise may prove to be very helpful for the effective weight reduction and maintenance of reduced weight. An exercise program and low-calorie intake will help maintain your weight even after discontinuation of the medicine.

Q. How does Orle 60mg Tablet help with weight loss?

Orle 60mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as lipase inhibitors. It targets the fat that you eat. It prevents about 25% of fat in your meals from being absorbed. This unabsorbed fat will get passed in stools and get removed from the body.

Q. How should I take Orle 60mg Tablet?

Take Orle 60mg Tablet three times a day and swallow the capsule whole with water. Take it just before, during, or up to one hour after meals. The meal should be well balanced and should include low calorie ingredients. Do not take Orle 60mg Tablet if you miss a meal or your meal does not contain fat, as it will not work in the absence of fat.

Q. How much weight can you lose in a week with Orle 60mg Tablet?

You should set a realistic goal of weight reduction. Aim to reduce 5-10% of your starting weight. This weight loss process should be gradual and at a steady pace. You should try to reduce 0.5 kg of weight per week.
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