- Weight-loss medicine
- Blocks the absorption of fat from food
- Take with food
- Can cause diarrhoea with high-fat foods
Xenical is a weight loss medication that contains the active ingredient Orlistat. It works by blocking the absorption of fats in your digestive system, which helps you lose weight. Xenical is suitable for adults with a BMI of 30 or higher, or those with a BMI of 28 or higher along with other risk factors like high blood pressure or diabetes.