Can I place an order without a prescription?

No. A telemedicine evaluation is required. Prescriptions are issued only when clinically appropriate.

Can you send my e‑prescription to a local pharmacy instead of delivery?

Yes. Tell your clinician your preferred pharmacy during the visit.

How do I rewrite/renew a prescription?

Use the Refill page to request a review. Your clinician will confirm safety, dosing, and timing.

How fast is shipping?

Most approved orders ship with tracking and typically arrive in 2–5 business days.

Do you prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine?

Generally no. We prioritize safer alternatives and coordinate in‑person care when required by safety or regulations.

Where can I read independent information about medications?

See NIH MedlinePlus, official labeling on NIH DailyMed, and approvals/history on the FDA Drugs@FDA database.

Online Xenical (Orlistat)

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Overview

Orlistat, marketed as Xenical (prescription) and Alli (over-the-counter), is a gastrointestinal lipase inhibitor that blocks dietary fat absorption. It was approved in 1999 as the first long-term weight management drug available without central nervous system stimulation.

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Uses

Indicated for obesity management in adults and adolescents, used with a reduced-calorie, low-fat diet. It also helps prevent weight regain after initial loss and improves obesity-related risk factors such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and dyslipidemia.

Dosage & Administration

Prescription dose: 120 mg three times daily during or up to 1 hour after each main meal containing fat. Skip the dose if the meal is fat-free. Multivitamin supplements are advised at bedtime to replace fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) lost during therapy.

Side Effects & Warnings

Most common: gastrointestinal—oily stools, flatulence, and urgency—due to unabsorbed fat. These effects lessen with reduced fat intake. Rare: liver injury and oxalate kidney stones. Contraindicated in chronic malabsorption or cholestasis.

Patient Considerations

Adherence to a low-fat diet is essential for tolerability and success. Maintain hydration and regular vitamin supplementation.

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FAQ

How much weight can Xenical help lose?

Average weight loss is 5–10% of body weight over 6–12 months with diet adherence.

Can Xenical be taken without dieting?

No, it requires a calorie-restricted diet for effectiveness.

Does Xenical affect birth control pills?

It does not interfere directly but may cause diarrhea that reduces pill absorption—use caution.

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