زيارة الأطباء
زيارة
زيارة
الإتصال بالأطباء
إتصل
إتصل
إسأل الأطباء
إسأل
إسأل
أخبار
الصفحة الرئيسية
25 سنوات
What about reductil and Xenical for weight loss..is it good??for sure in additional to the diet and exercises..
5 أغسطس 2014

د. Rania Mousa الطب العام
The two medical drugs for weight loss worked differently ,yes they are effective but that depends on your medical conditions and risk factors ,and the doctor opinion after examination and blood tests ,however they are almost safe if no medical condition contraindicated with and if taken for short period of time and not as long term ,the side effects usually start after long term use ,you should be aware when taking xenical to take vitamin supplements with because there will be vitamin elimination when taking it .xenical works as a mechanical choose of food digestion eliminate fat through stool while reductile works on appetite suppression .BOTH MUST BE TAKEN WITH DIET AND EXERCISE ,so when stoping medication and losing weight you will continue with diet and exercise to not gain again the weight lost .

Xenical is a lipase inhibitor, Its active ingredient is lipostatin.
Reductil is a satiety enhancer, Its active ingredient is sibutramine hydrochloride.

Xenical blocks the action of the fat-digesting lipase enzymes in the intestine. This stops around 30 percent of the fat you’ve eaten from being absorbed. It simply passes through your digestive system and you lose weight as a result.
Reductil blocks the nerve cells that release and reabsorb serotonin. This means serotonin levels increase. These act in the brain and enhance feelings of fullness so that you eat less and consequently lose weight.

Your doctor will decide whether Xenical is suitable for you. It will only be prescribed if your Body Mass Index (BMI) is 30 or more or your BMI is 28 or more and you have other health problems such as heart disease or type 2 diabetes. You’ll also only be prescribed Xenical if dieting and exercise alone have produced a weight loss of at least 2.5kg over four weeks. In contrast, it’ll be discontinued if you haven’t lost at least five percent of your body weight after 12 weeks. Alternatively see your pharmacist about the new Alli Diet Pill.
Your doctor will decide whether Reductil is suitable for you. It will only be prescribed if your Body Mass Index (BMI) is 30 or more or your BMI is 27 or more and you have other weight-related health problems.

To avoid unpleasant side effects, you should follow a reduced-calorie diet where no more than 30 percent of calories come from fat. Taking more exercise is also recommended.Reductil should be used in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet. Taking more exercise is also recommended.

With xenical .unabsorbed fat can cause loose stools and flatulence. Xenical also interferes with the absorption of the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K, so you might need to take supplements.
With reductil ,the most common side effects include insomnia, constipation, a dry mouth and small increases in blood pressure.
 • 
د. Zakia Dimassi طب الأطفال
You need to consult your physician and/or dietitian in order to know if you are a candidate for receiving these medications.
Reductil:
Before discussing its mechanism of action, you need to know that this drug has been withdrawn from the market in many countries as it has been linked to an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. To make matters worse, Reductil was only prescribed to obese individuals who are already at a greater risk of developing heart problems. Those responsible for regulating medicines and healthcare products said: ‘Evidence suggests that there is an increased risk of non-fatal heart attacks and strokes with this medicine that outweigh the benefits of weight loss, which is modest and may not be sustained in the long-term after stopping treatment.’
Reductil is a satiety enhancer, its active ingredient is sibutramine hydrochloride. blocks the nerve cells that release and reabsorb serotonin. This means serotonin levels increase. These act in the brain and enhance feelings of fullness so that you eat less and consequently lose weight. Your doctor will decide whether Reductil is suitable for you. It will only be prescribed if your Body Mass Index (BMI) is 30 or more or your BMI is 27 or more and you have other weight-related health problems. Yes! Reductil should be used in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet. Taking more exercise is also recommended.Reductil has also been studied. When used in combination with a reduced-calorie diet and appropriate physical activity, 77 percent of patients achieved weight loss that benefited their health.The most common side effects include insomnia, constipation, a dry mouth and small increases in blood pressure.

Xenical (Orlistat):
It is a lipase inhibitor. Its active ingredient is lipostatin. It acts by blocking the action of the fat-digesting lipase enzymes in the intestine. This stops around 30% of the fat you’ve eaten from being absorbed. It simply passes through your digestive system and you lose weight as a result. Your doctor will decide whether Xenical is suitable for you. It will only be prescribed if your Body Mass Index (BMI) is 30 or more or your BMI is 28 or more and you have other health problems such as heart disease or type 2 diabetes. You’ll also only be prescribed Xenical if dieting and exercise alone have produced a weight loss of at least 2.5 kg over four weeks. In contrast, it’ll be discontinued if you haven’t lost at least five percent of your body weight after 12 weeks. To avoid unpleasant side effects, you should follow a reduced-calorie diet where no more than 30%of calories come from fat. Taking more exercise is also recommended. Xenical has been extensively studied. In clinical trials, almost twice as many patients who received Xenical, achieved an average weight loss of 10%or more of their body weight in one year, compared to those on diet alone. Unabsorbed fat can cause loose stools and flatulence. Xenical also interferes with the absorption of the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K, so you might need to take supplements.
 •