Cetilistat is used for obesity. It should be taken along with a low-calorie diet.
How Cetilistat works
Cetilistat 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.
Common side effects of Cetilistat
Fat in stool , Abdominal cramp, Flatus with discharge, Oily spotting, Bowel incontinence, Flatulence, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Soft stools
Cetilistat 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 Cetilistat.
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.
Cetilistat 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 Cetilistat.
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.
Frequently asked questions for Cetilistat
No. Cetilistat is not a steroid
Cetilistat inhibits the activity of lipase, a lipolytic enzyme, secreted by the digestive tract and pancreas, and blocks the absorption of fat from the gut, resulting in reduced body weight.
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma