What is Vyfat (Orlistat) used for?

Vyfat (Orlistat) is a medication for serious weight loss. Individuals with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, or diabetes are candidates for this drug. Vyfat reduces fat intake in the intestine and works well with a low fat low calorie diet which may require a dietician.

How should I use Vyfat (Orlistat)?

The recommended dose of Vyfat is 1 capsule by mouth with a full glass of water alongside each main meal.

To be effective, this medication requires a regimented low fat diet, exercise, and weight control. Your diet should contain no more than about 30 percent of calories from fat. You may have to take a multivitamin that contains fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamins D, E, K, and beta carotine.

What are the side effects of Vyfat (Orlistat)?

• oily spotting of undergarments
• gas with a discharge
• fatty stools
• an increase in the number of bowel movements

Please Note

If you are pregnant or breast feeding you should avoid Vyfat.

Make sure your doctor knows your medical history and any medications you are taking to avoid drug interactions.

Make sure you tell your doctor if you are taking other weight loss medicines whether over the counter or prescription.

Tell your doctor if you have an underactive thyroid, a history of kidney stones, pancreatitis, diabetes, or any eating disorders.